Around 2.35 a.m. on Wednesday, four fire engines from Blackpool, South Shore, and Bispham were dispatched to the scene on Peter Street.
To put out the fire, firefighters utilised two positive pressure ventilation fans, six breathing apparatus, and three hose reels.
At the scene, a dead woman in her 20s was discovered.
A man in his 20s was later pronounced deceased at Blackpool Victoria Hospital.
Additionally, two kids were sent to the hospital for care. According to the authorities, one of them was in “extremely poor condition.”
“This incident has resulted in two people losing their lives, and my thoughts are with their loved ones at this extremely distressing time,” said Chief Supt Mike Gladwin, the West Divisional Commander of Lancashire Police.
“I am aware that the local community will be deeply saddened by this unfortunate news, and that people will be looking for answers right now.
However, there are grieving loved ones still trying to come to terms with this devastating news. With that in mind, I would ask for patience and that people avoid unhelpful and upsetting speculation.
The cause of the incident is still being investigated, according to officers working with the fire department.
“At this stage, we’re keeping an open mind,” they continued.
Not a single person has been taken into custody.
An unnamed neighbour claimed, “I woke up because I could hear screaming and a big bang, but at first I didn’t know what was going on.”
To get one of the kids out of the house, a neighbour broke a window. It’s terrible.
Pictures from the scene show the blaze gutted the property, leaving significant smoke damage and exposed brick inside.
Crews remained at the scene after the fire was extinguished and the road was cordoned off by the police between Victory Road and Selbourne Road.
The closure was expected to remain in place for the rest of the day as an investigation took place.
Anyone who saw or captured anything suspicious on their CCTV, doorbell or dashcam can call 101, quoting log 97 of July 17.
