4 dead, including 3 children, in Lafourche Parish house fire
RACELAND, La. (WVUE) - A deadly house fire in Lafourche Parish killed four people and hospitalized another early Thursday, July 24.
According to the Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s Office, firefighters responded to a call around 1 a.m. in the 100 block of Rodriguez Drive in Raceland. When they arrived, firefighters found the bodies of four victims inside the home.
A 46-year-old woman was able to escape the fire and was transported to a hospital.
The victims were identified as 20-year-old Bennaja Robinson, 14-year-old Benjamin Bradley, 12-year-old Karlie Bradley and 6-year-old Dre’Trell Bradley.
State Fire Marshal deputies continue to investigate the cause of the fire.
Authorities said they have not been able to confirm whether the three smoke alarms located in the home were operational at the time of the fire.
“Calls like these are what we dread in the fire service,” said Bryan J. Adams, Principal Assistant Chief of the Louisiana Department of Public Safety. “We don’t know what might have made a difference to prevent this fire, but we know in any fire, smoke alarms can give families critical, extra time to escape. Every home should have at least one working smoke alarm protecting them at all times.”
The State Fire Marshal’s Office is encouraging all residents to check their smoke alarms and ensure they are functional. Through its Operation Save-A-Life program, the agency offers free smoke alarms and installation for Louisiana residents in need.
To request a free smoke alarm or learn more about the program, visit lasfm.org or contact your local fire department.
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