By NATE KING
Salina Post
A fatal house fire early Thursday morning claimed the life of one individual, according to Salina Fire Chief Shane Pearson.
Salina Fire emergency crews were dispatched to the blaze at 119 S. Columbia Street at approximately 4:20 a.m. on March 20. Chief Pearson reported that the first fire engine arrived on the scene within minutes.
"There were extremely heavy fire conditions upon arrival," Chief Pearson said.
Chief Pearson stated that the cause of the fire remains under investigation. Details about the age of the deceased or the number of occupants living at the residence have not been released at this time.
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