CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. — A man is in critical condition after a house fire in Cheektowaga.

Flames started in the living room of a duplex on Matthew Lane just before 6:30 a.m. Thursday.

At least six fire companies responded.

The man was rushed to ECMC.

Two others were hospitalized for smoke inhalation.

Damage is estimated at $70,000.

Police are investigating the cause.