Two people were transported for medical treatment Friday morning, Nov. 6, after a fire destroyed a recreational vehicle on South Threshold Point in Homosassa. Citrus County Fire Rescue responded to the blaze at 7:44 a.m. Firefighters arrived to find an approximately 25-foot RV fully engulfed in flames near a mobile home, with nearby vegetation at risk of catching fire.
Crews worked to bring the fire under control, but the RV was completely destroyed. The Chronicle reported that the charred remains were left among debris at the scene. Citrus County Fire Rescue shared photos of the aftermath on its Facebook page.
The Florida State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of the fire. Investigators have not released a determination on how the blaze started. The office will continue its work to determine whether the fire was accidental or caused by another factor.
Details about the condition of the two people who were taken to the hospital were not immediately available. Officials did not release their names or ages. The Citrus County Chronicle will provide updates as more information becomes available.
Residents in Homosassa and across Citrus County are reminded to keep fire safety in mind, especially with recreational vehicles and nearby structures. Fire officials encourage property owners to maintain clear space around RVs and to ensure working smoke alarms are in place.
Originally reported by Citrus County Chronicle – Citrus County
