A man was found dead inside a home on Winesap Way in Augusta after firefighters responded to reports of a fire on New Year’s Day.
Just the Facts:
- Crews arrived at the 3400 block of Winesap Way around 5:30 p.m. on January 1.
- The call initially came in as a medical emergency.
- Firefighters discovered evidence of a fire inside the home and located a deceased man during their search.
- Investigators, the coroner, Georgia Power, and the Red Cross were called to the scene.
The Details: The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Authorities have not yet released the victim’s identity, and it’s unclear whether the fire caused the man’s death or if other factors were involved.
In Context: House fires remain a leading cause of home-related fatalities in Georgia. Fire officials are reminding residents to test smoke alarms regularly and create escape plans to stay prepared in case of emergencies.
How You Can Help: Anyone with information about the fire is asked to contact the local fire department or law enforcement.
B.T. Clark
B.T. Clark is an award-winning journalist and the Publisher of The Georgia Sun. He has 25 years of experience in journalism and served as Managing Editor of Neighbor Newspapers in metro Atlanta for 15 years and Digital Director at Times-Journal Inc. for 8 years. His work has appeared in several newspapers throughout the state including Neighbor Newspapers, The Cherokee Tribune and The Marietta Daily Journal. He is a Georgia native and a fifth-generation Georgian.
