Person Found Dead in Middlefield House Fire

Officials Investigate Cause of Dwight Drive Blaze

A person was found dead in a house fire on Dwight Drive in Middlefield on Tuesday, according to fire officials.

The fire was reported around 11:30 p.m. Firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke and flames coming from the home.

Cause of Fire Under Investigation

The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but officials say it does not appear to be suspicious.

The identity of the victim has not been released.

Nearby Homes Evacuated

Nearby homes were evacuated as a precaution, but no other injuries were reported.

The fire caused extensive damage to the home, which is now uninhabitable.

Red Cross Assisting Family

The Red Cross is assisting the family of the victim with shelter and other needs.

Investigators are asking anyone with information about the fire to contact the Middlefield Fire Department.