Clearcreek Township, Ohio – A fatal house fire in Clearcreek Township Monday morning left one person dead and two others hospitalized, prompting a joint investigation by county and state fire officials.
According to the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and the Clearcreek Township Fire Department responded at approximately 11:06 a.m. to a reported structure fire in the 10000 block of Dozer Road following a 911 call.
Fire personnel arriving on scene located three occupants inside the residence. Authorities said a male and a female occupant sustained injuries and were transported to area hospitals for treatment. A second female occupant was found deceased inside the home.
The Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Bureau and the Ohio State Fire Marshal’s Office are jointly investigating the cause and origin of the fire. Officials have not released the identities or ages of the occupants involved.
Investigators stated there is no known threat to public safety and no ongoing risk to the surrounding community. No additional details about the fire’s cause, potential smoke damage to neighboring homes, or the condition of the injured occupants were immediately available.
Officials said further information will be released if it becomes available as the investigation continues.
This incident may impact commuters or residents traveling along Dozer Road during the ongoing investigation.
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