It is believed the fire had broken out in paint shop. PHOTO: Netcare 911
THE man who was killed in a fire on North Coast Road earlier today suffered severe burns and showed signs of smoke inhalation, according to Shaun Herbst, spokesperson for Netcare 911.
The cause of the fire is still unknown. PHOTO: Andreas Mathios, of Marshall Security
“During an assessment, rescue personnel found an adult male lying on the floor. The man was assessed and showed no signs of life,” said Herbst.
He was declared dead by a Netcare 911 Rescue technician.
Reports from the scene indicate that a fire broke out at a paint shop.
PHOTO: Andreas Mathios, of Marshall Security
Ethekwini Fire and Rescue Services, Metro Police Search and Rescue, Marshall Security and the SAPS attended the scene.
Circumstances leading up to the incident will be investigated by the relevant authorities.
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