Fire Marshal Investigating Fire That Destroyed A Bratt House Possibly Occupied By Squatters

July 5, 2025

The Florida State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a suspicious fire that destroyed a home in Bratt Friday afternoon.

The vacant house, which authorities say had no active utilities, was a total loss. Investigators are looking into whether squatters may have been present before the fire.

The 1,400 square foot wood-frame home in the 4400 block of Rigby Road was fully engulfed in fire when the first firefighters arrived on scene.

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The Walnut Hill, McDavid, Molino, and Century stations of Escambia County Fire Rescue were dispatched to the blaze, along with the Atmore Fire Department.

The fire, which was reported about 3:05 p.m., was declared under control around 3:50 p.m. There were not injuries.

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under News