DAVENPORT, FL — An individual died Saturday night after a fire broke out at a single-story residence on Power Line Road in Davenport.
According to Polk County Fire Rescue, firefighters were dispatched to the home around 10 p.m. on October 31, 2026. The first crew arrived approximately seven minutes later and encountered a heavily involved structure fire, with smoke and flames coming from the residence.
Firefighters were advised that one person was believed to be inside the home. During a search of the residence, crews located an individual who was deceased.
“On behalf of Polk County Fire Rescue, we extend our condolences to the family and friends of the person who died,” Smith said.
The identity of the deceased individual has not been released.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Florida State Fire Marshal’s Office. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is also conducting a death investigation.
The American Red Cross was notified to assist the affected family with temporary lodging and other immediate needs.
SOURCE: POLK COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
