MT. MORRIS, Ill. (WTVO) — A pregnant woman has died in a house fire in Mt. Morris.
The fire happened Wednesday afternoon around 4:30 pm. on South Hannah Avenue.
Mt. Morris Fire Protection District said heavy smoke was seen coming from the roof of the home when they arrived.
The 27-year-old victim was found unconscious in the kitchen. She died at the scene, officials said.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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