WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – A devastating morning in Winter Haven as police say two people are dead after a fire.
Crews say they responded just after 10:15 a.m. Sunday to 5th Street NE and found a house with heavy smoke and flames.
Crews say they learned two elderly people were trapped inside, and two others made it out before firefighters arrived.
Crews say they contained the fire within five minutes, but the two people inside died.
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Crews say it appears the fire started in the back of the house.
Winter Haven Fire Chief Drew Neubrand says, “Our hearts are with the family and loved ones of those who lost their lives in this tragic fire. We also recognize the impact this incident has on our entire community, and we are grateful that two adults were able to escape safely.”
An investigation is underway, and the Red Cross has been called in to help.
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