House Fire in Beulah Kills Pet, Caused by Overloaded Outlet

A house fire in the Beulah area over the weekend destroyed a home after an electrical outlet became overloaded, according to North Escambia. Escambia County Fire Rescue responded Saturday to a residence on Sonoma Lane near Beulah Road after neighbors reported smoke coming from the house. Firefighters found the home heavily damaged by the blaze. A family pet died in the fire. The cause has been attributed to an overloaded electrical outlet, which ignited shortly after power was restored to the home. No injuries to residents were reported.