JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A man is dead after a residential structure fire on West 17th Street Monday evening, says the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD).
According to JFRD, Engine 7 arrived around 5:03 p.m. and found fire outside the residence. Crews began an aggressive fire attack while Ladder 7 searched inside.
During the search, crews located a man dead in a room where the fire appears to have originated.
JFRD Director/Fire Chief Percy Golden II released a statement regarding the deadly fire.
“This is a heartbreaking loss, and our hearts are with this man’s family tonight,” said JFRD Director/Fire Chief Percy Golden II. “Our crews got there fast, fought hard, and did everything they could to reach a good outcome. We never want a call to end this way.”
The fire was declared under control at 5:12 p.m. JFRD says the State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause.
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