A house fire on the 2500 block of Elliot Street early Sunday morning has claimed the life of one person. Firefighters with Regina Fire & Protective Services (RFPS) responded to the scene around 2:00 am and encountered heavy smoke and flames upon arrival.
"Crews discovered a deceased occupant during their search of the home," said RFPS in a statement.
Following an investigation, fire officials determined the blaze originated from careless use of smoking materials.
"Regina Fire & Protective Services will continue to collaborate with the Saskatchewan Coroner Services to determine cause of death," the statement continued. "As this is an ongoing investigation, Regina Fire & Protective Services will not comment further."
This is a tragic reminder of the importance of fire safety. Always ensure smoking materials are properly extinguished in a safe ashtray and never leave them unattended.