Tragedy struck in DeKalb County as firefighters uncovered two bodies in the aftermath of a house fire on Cohassett Lane in Decatur. In a statement obtained by FOX 5, officials confirmed they responded to the scene before 1:30 a.m. today, finding the residence consumed by serious smoke and heavy flames. Details regarding the identity of the bodies or the number of occupants in the home during the incident have yet to be released by the DeKalb County authorities.

The intense blaze led to the home's partial collapse, with fire crews managing to rescue an animal from the inferno. Although initially it was believed that no one was harmed, Channel 2 Action News later updated that two people were found dead, after the fire department conducted a more comprehensive investigation through the rubble.

The fire's origin and cause remain unknown at this time. Firefighters, having spent over thirty minutes combatting the flames, have passed the scene to fire investigators who are working to determine the circumstances that led to this devastating event.

Continuing coverage and updates on this story reflect the ongoing efforts to understand this tragedy. For more details on this developing story, FOX 5 and Channel 2 Action News will provide information as announcements are made by local officials.