Fiery crash leaves 2 people dead in Davie, officials say

An investigation is underway in Davie after fire officials say two people were killed in a two-vehicle crash early Thursday morning.

Fire officials in Davie told CBS News Miami that units responded to reports of the crash at 6596 Nova Drive.

When they arrived at the scene, they said one of the vehicles had caught fire and two people inside were pronounced dead at the scene.

The second vehicle, officials said, sustained minor damage and no injuries were reported.

Davie police told CBS News Miami that eastbound lanes of Nova Drive were closed at College Avenue, but westbound lanes remain open.

However, police are asking drivers to avoid the area and seek an alternate route while the investigation continues.

Police said traffic homicide detectives were at the scene, and the investigation is ongoing.

The identities of the victims have not yet been released.