Photo: Portland Fire & Rescue
One person died in a house fire early Wednesday morning in Southeast Portland's Powellhurst-Gibert neighborhood.
When firefighters arrived there was heavy smoke coming from the home. Excessive floor to ceiling clutter inside slowed the search.
A victim was found and removed through a window. The person died at the scene.
Firefighters had the fire under control in about 15 minutes. The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.