2 children killed in Augusta house fire

AUGUSTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First/WRDW/WAGT) – The Coroner’s Office has identified two children who were killed in an Augusta home fire early Thursday morning, according to authorities.

The coroner’s office says Taysha Clifford, 10, and Abrey Williams, 7, died at their residence on the 1900 block of Moore Road during a house fire.

Both were pronounced dead on the scene at 2:10 a.m., according to the coroner, and the autopsies have been scheduled.

Augusta fire officials say the call for the fire came in at 1:04 a.m. on the 1900 block of Moore Road.

Upon arrival, officials say firefighters saw flames through the front door and windows but quickly extinguished the fire.

During their primary search, firefighters found Clifford and Williams in a bedroom.

The mother and her 13-year-old daughter, having escaped safely, were transported to Doctors Hospital.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Fire officials advise following these home safety tips, especially during the winter months.

• Keep heating devices away from flammable materials
  
• Never leave candles unattended
  
• Ensure your smoke alarms are working properly
  

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