BARTOW, FL — Polk County Fire Rescue crews responded to a devastating residential fire Tuesday afternoon in the 1100 block of Jody Road in Bartow that left a single-family home a total loss. A dog also died despite firefighters’ efforts to save it.
Firefighters were dispatched at 3:16 p.m. and arrived on scene at 3:23 p.m., where they encountered a fire partially involving the attic. Crews began battling the flames at 3:28 p.m. and brought the fire under control by 4:01 p.m.
During the response, firefighters removed a dog from the burning home and attempted lifesaving measures. Unfortunately, the dog did not survive.
According to Polk County Fire Rescue, an electrical issue is believed to have started the fire, although the official cause has not been confirmed.
The home was declared a total loss, and the American Red Cross was contacted to assist the affected residents. Nothing further at this time.
SOURCE: POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
