Early Morning Fire Destroys Century Home

July 27, 2015

A fire that destroyed a home on Jefferson Avenue in Century this morning is under investigation by the Florida State Fire Marshal’s Office.

The small wood-frame home was a total loss following the fire, which was reported about 5:35 a.m.

The home’s resident had previously passed away, and most furniture had reportedly been removed from the structure. The house was fully involved in flames when first responders arrived on scene. There were no injuries reported.

The Century, McDavid and Walnut Hill stations of Escambia Fire Rescue, the Flomaton Fire Department, Escambia County EMS and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office responded to the blaze.

The fire is under investigation by the Florida State Fire Marshal’s Office.

NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.

Comments

3 Responses to “Early Morning Fire Destroys Century Home”

  1. Dan on July 28th, 2015 12:40 am

    Is it just me or does it seem like there have been a lot of fire lately for such a small community.

  2. chris on July 27th, 2015 10:09 am

    “Someone would do this.” How do you know it was someone? No determination from the investigator is listed in the article.

  3. Hali Kirkland on July 27th, 2015 9:37 am

    Sad someone would do this to a deceased ladies home.

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