UPDATE: 1 found dead during ongoing structure fire in Butler County

UPDATE Nov. 9 at 9:56 a.m. 

BUTLER COUNTY, Ky. – One fatality has been confirmed as a fire continues burning in Butler County, officials say.

According to the Butler County Coroner’s Office, the victim has been identified as 70-year-old Wilma Friel.

The coroner’s office states she has been transported to the medical examiner’s office in Louisville, and a cause of death is not confirmed at this time.

Crews say they remain on scene Monday morning due to the ongoing fire on Bowling Green Road in Butler County.

The fire, which began early Sunday morning, continues to burn within the basement Monday morning, according to the Second District Volunteer Fire Department. Crews say that fire is not safely accessible at this time.

The department says light fire and smoke will continue for multiple days.

According to fire personnel, an attempt was made to locate several cats, however, three of the animals were not caught. As crews continue monitoring the scene, they say they will attempt to feed and rescue them.

The public is asked to not slow or stop in the road for pictures or observation, according to the department. Crews say this action has created a serious risk for accidents.

The public is additionally asked not to occupy driveways in the area.

Original Story Nov. 8 at 10:14 a.m. 

BUTLER COUNTY, Ky. – Multiple agencies responded early Sunday morning to a structure fire in Butler County.

According to the Second District Volunteer Fire Department, around 3:06 a.m., units were dispatched to the 6700 block of Bowling Green Road, where they located a two-story residence with a fully-involved fire.

Additional units responded, including the Warren County Fire Department System, Cromwell Fire and Rescue, Barren River Fire Department, Fifth District Rural Volunteer Fire Department, Morgantown Fire Department and the Butler County Rescue Squad.

According to fire personnel, the fire was brought under control.

As of 10 a.m., fire personnel say Butler County crews remain on scene to handle hot spots and remove debris.

Further details have not been released at this time.