A tragic house fire in Surrey has claimed the life of a man.
According to Surrey Fire Service, the blaze broke out in a home on 128 Street near 108 Avenue on Tuesday evening. Firefighters were called to the scene around 7:30 p.m.
Upon arrival, crews found heavy smoke and flames coming from the residence. They quickly worked to extinguish the fire and search the home for any occupants.
Sadly, one man was found deceased inside the house. His identity has not been released at this time.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but officials say it does not appear to be suspicious.
Neighbours reported hearing loud explosions before the fire broke out. One resident, who did not want to be identified, said they saw flames shooting out of the windows and called 911.
The fire caused significant damage to the home, with the roof partially collapsed and the windows blown out.
The incident has left the community in shock and mourning the loss of their neighbour. Many have expressed their condolences and offered support to the family of the victim.
The Surrey Fire Service is reminding the public to always have working smoke alarms in their homes and to have a fire escape plan in case of emergencies.
This tragic event serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety and the devastating consequences that can result from a house fire. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim during this difficult time.
