UTICA, N.Y. -- Three adults are safe after a house fire in Utica.

Crews were called to the scene around 6:45 on Wednesday morning.

When they arrived, smoke and flames were coming from the attic area of 139 Arlington Road.

16 firefighters worked to bring the fire under control and contain it to the attic.

Two dogs and three cats were also in the house, and are okay.

The cause is under investigation.