TAMPA, Fla. – Tampa Fire Rescue crews responded to a house fire on the 1600 block of E. Idell Street on Saturday morning, November 23rd, 2024.
Multiple 911 calls reported a possible person trapped inside the single-story home. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered heavy smoke and flames engulfing the structure.
READ: Tampa Man Arrested For Attempted Carjacking At Clearwater Gas Station
A primary and secondary search of the home was conducted, and one adult victim was found inside. The victim was quickly removed from the burning house and transported to a local trauma center in critical condition.
Firefighters were able to bring the blaze under control within 20 minutes.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the Tampa Fire Rescue, the State Fire Marshal’s Office, and the Tampa Police Department. No other injuries were reported.
Please make a small donation to the Tampa Free Press to help sustain independent journalism. Your contribution enables us to continue delivering high-quality, local, and national news coverage.
Android Users: Download our free app to stay up-to-date on the latest news.
Connect with us: Follow the Tampa Free Press on Facebook and Twitter for breaking news and updates.
Sign up: Subscribe to our free newsletter for a curated selection of top stories delivered straight to your inbox.