Mark Cosmetis Obituary, Death: Man identified in Florence apartment fire; 12 displaced.
Mark Cosmetis Obituary, Death – A devastating apartment fire in Florence on Wednesday claimed the life of 56-year-old Mark Cosmetis, according to a statement from Florence Fire/EMS. Emergency crews arrived at the scene on Langshire Court around 1:30 p.m., where they encountered heavy flames engulfing the complex. Despite their efforts, Cosmetis was unable to be saved.
The blaze also left a firefighter injured, who was quickly transported to a local hospital for treatment. Fortunately, the firefighter was released later that evening and is expected to recover fully.
The fire impacted a total of six units within the complex, displacing 12 residents. Emergency response teams and local agencies are collaborating to provide temporary housing and other forms of assistance to those affected by the incident. Authorities have not yet provided a timeline for when the displaced families might be able to return to their homes.
Investigators are currently working to determine the cause of the fire. No further details have been released regarding what might have triggered the destructive blaze.
The Florence Fire/EMS Department expressed condolences to the family of Cosmetis and gratitude for the courage of their first responders. They emphasized their commitment to investigating the fire thoroughly to provide answers and prevent similar incidents in the future.
As the community mourns this tragic loss, efforts are underway to support both the grieving family and the displaced residents as they begin to rebuild their lives following the devastating event. Authorities urge anyone with information about the fire to come forward to assist with the ongoing investigation.
