Man's body found in Brazoria County house fire debris, officials say

BRAZORIA COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- The body of a man in his 70s was found in the aftermath of a fire in Brazoria County on Thursday morning, according to fire officials.

According to Jones Creek Village Fire Marshal William Tidwell, crews received a call at about 4:45 a.m. about a trailer home fully engulfed in flames. When crews arrived, they said there was nowhere to enter the premises.

Officials confirmed they did find a man dead in the building but did not immediately disclose his identity.

Tidwell added that there were two other people living at the home, and they are being interviewed.

At this time, it's unclear what sparked the fire and what caused it to become so heavy.