EMS spokesperson Mr Robert Mulaudzi confirmed that emergency personnel were called to a house fire in 6th Avenue, Bez Valley during the early hours of this morning.

Two people were certified dead at the scene.

It is believed the fire started around 4:30am.

Mr Mulaudzi said the cause of the fire is still unknown at this stage but it’s still under investigation.

He also said disaster management was notified to assist survivers with food, blankets and shelter because that area does not fall under EMS.