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A tragic house fire in Eaton claimed the life of 69-year-old Sue Storrer on Tuesday night (September 9). Emergency crews responded to the blaze at 5929 Brooklyn Street around 11:39 p.m. and found the home engulfed in flames, with a partial collapse already underway. According to the Madison County Sheriff's Office, two occupants managed to escape the burning home, but Storrer remained inside.
After firefighters extinguished the fire, investigators discovered Storrer deceased inside the residence. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, but officials do not suspect foul play. State Route 26, which was closed between Landon Road and English Avenue during the investigation, has since reopened to traffic.
The Madison County Sheriff's Office confirmed that the fire does not appear suspicious in nature. The investigation continues as authorities work to determine the exact cause of the fire.