Two people dead in Rugby house fire
It happened this morning.
Last updated 24th Feb 2025
Two people have died following a house fire in Rugby.
Emergency services were called to Firs Drive shortly before 7.15am this morning.
Despite the best efforts of all three emergency services, a man and woman – both believed to be in their 90s – were pronounced deceased.
Their next of kin has been informed and they are being supported by specially trained officers.
Chief Inspector Charlie Naughton said: “First of all, I’d like to extend my sympathies to the family of the man and woman who died.
“We’re grateful to those in the area for their patience as I appreciate an emergency service presence such as this is impactive to the local community.
“Officers and firefighters remain on the scene and the investigation into the cause of the fire is still in its early stages at this time.”
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman said: “Crews arrived to find fire colleagues tackling the fire.
“Sadly, despite the best efforts of the team of emergency service colleagues, it quickly became apparent that nothing could be done to save a man and a woman inside the property, and they were both confirmed deceased on scene.
“A second woman was assessed by ambulance staff on scene before being discharged.”