AUBURNDALE, Fla. — Polk County rescue officials are currently investigating what led to a mobile home fire that left two dead in Auburndale Tuesday afternoon.

Polk County Fire Rescue officials said they responded to the fire on Gladiola Drive along with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and the Florida State Fire Marshal’s Office. The fire involved a golf cart and another vehicle as well.

Firefighters searched the residence, where they found two adults. They were later pronounced dead at the scene.

“It’s always sad when deaths occur during emergency situations. My heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of the individuals that passed,” said Polk County Fire Chief Shawn Smith.

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