Another fire has struck Utah. According to KSL News, a house fire claimed the life of a Lehi resident January 31, 2009. A detached garage/apartment behind a house near 900 North and 400 East became engulfed in flames, trapping a man inside the building. When fire crews arrived at the scene, the flames were already too strong to attempt to rescue the trapped victim. After 30 minutes of battling the flames, firefighters were able to find the man’s body in the attic. Authorities believe he was trying to escape, but was unable to after the roof collapsed. The man’s name has not been released at this time, but we do know he was in his mid-to-late 20s. Investigators are trying to determine the cause of the fire. The garage/apartment is considered a total loss, while damages to the nearby house and two cars are estimated at $75,000.

We offer our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the victim.