One cat has died following a two-alarm fire at a home in the city’s east end early this morning.

It happened on Queen Street East at Alton Avenue, near Leslie Street, shortly before 3 a.m.

Toronto Fire Services District Chief Stephan Powell said the fire was first spotted at the back of the house and spread to the roof.

When crews arrived on scene, flames and heavy black smoke were visible.

Powell said everyone was evacuated from the home and no injuries were reported. One cat perished in the blaze, Powell confirmed.

The fire is now out and the extent of the damage is not known at this time.

The cause of the fire has not yet been released.