OTTUMWA — The city of Ottumwa has confirmed two deaths as a result of a house fire that occurred over the weekend.

At 7:28 p.m. on Saturday, December 9, a house fire was reported at 204 W. Woodland Ave. The Ottumwa Fire Department, Ottumwa Police Department, and EMTs were on the scene within minutes. Rescue and firefighting efforts went into the early morning hours on Sunday, December 10. There are two confirmed fatalities, with all other occupants being safely evacuated from the house. The state Fire Marshall has been contacted to assist with the investigation. Due to there being an ongoing investigation, no other details will be given at this time.