Evansville, Ind. — A deadly fire at a home in Evansville has left one person dead, authorities confirmed this evening.
The Evansville Fire Department responded to a structure fire on South St. James Boulevard just before 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Dispatchers received the call reporting the blaze, which officials later confirmed began in the basement of the residence.
Firefighters quickly arrived at the scene, where they worked to extinguish the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to neighboring homes. Despite their efforts, the fire claimed the life of one individual. Authorities have not yet released the name of the deceased pending notification of next of kin.
Firefighters and investigators are still working to determine the cause of the fire, though initial reports suggest the basement was the source of the flames. The Evansville Fire Department has vowed to continue their investigation and provide updates as more information becomes available.
The identity of the victim remains unknown, and the community is left in shock as they await further details surrounding the tragic incident.
Local authorities are urging anyone with information related to the fire to come forward as they continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the blaze.
