By: Richard L. Smith
Authorities in Camden County are investigating a house fire that reportedly claimed one person’s life Saturday evening in Haddon Heights.
According to preliminary reports, firefighters responded to a two-story residence at 1640 West High Street shortly before 5:30 p.m., where they encountered heavy smoke throughout the building.
Fire crews immediately began battling the blaze, stretching hose lines and establishing a water supply as additional firefighters were called to the scene.
During a search of the residence, firefighters located a victim inside the home and began removing the individual at approximately 5:32 p.m.
Despite emergency response efforts, the victim was later pronounced dead at the scene, according to initial reports.
Firefighters brought the blaze under control shortly after 5:35 p.m., while crews continued checking the structure for possible fire extension.
The Camden County Fire Marshal was requested to assist with the investigation.
The victim’s identity has not been released, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.