Arvada House Fire

Photo courtesy of Arvada Fire Protection District

On April 23rd, 2009 Arvada Fire Protection District responded to a structure fire in the 14300 block of W. 70th Dr. in Ralston Valley. Crews arrived to heavy fire and smoke showing from the second floor and one occupant holding on to the second story roof gutter before falling to the ground. That person suffered burns and was transported to a local hospital. Another occupant was found dead from the fire inside on the second floor. The cause is under investigation. Additional information provided by Arvada Fire Protection District