Cohutta, Georgia – A devastating fire claimed the lives of three young children along with two adults in the early hours of Wednesday, near the border of Georgia and Tennessee, as reported by local authorities.

Authorities from the Whitfield County Fire Department indicated that an electrical issue is likely the cause of the blaze. This tragic incident occurred in the small community of Cohutta, located to the north of Dalton.

Fire Chief Paul Patterson shared insights about the situation, stating that while there was not a significant amount of flames, the extensive smoke prevented the residents from escaping the home. The difficulty in visibility due to smoke was a critical factor that hindered their attempts to exit safely, as conveyed in a report by WDEF-TV.

Footage captured by the news station reveals the manufactured home set in a wooded area, exhibiting signs of severe damage, with burn marks visible around windows and doors. The intense heat from the fire had also caused portions of the exterior to appear as if they had melted.

Tragically, the victims were identified as members of the same family, consisting of three children aged 2, 4, and 5, in addition to two adults, aged 26 and 74. The fire has left the community mourning the loss of these young lives and their relatives.