1 dead in house fire northeast of Denver, flames spread to motor homes

One person was killed, and several animals perished in a house fire in Commerce City on Tuesday. The flames spread to several motor homes and multiple outdoor structures in the area. 

Crews with South Adams Fire rushed to the burning home near 88th Avenue and Laurel, just south of the Mile High Flea Market, about 1:40 p.m. When firefighters arrived, they found that the fire had spread.

During the investigation, one person was confirmed dead. 

Several recreational vehicles and sheds were destroyed in the fire. Two horses, as well as ducks and chickens, perished in the fire.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by South Adams Fire and the Adams County Sheriff's Office.