Two men died in a fatal house fire Monday afternoon in Nicholas County.
Authorities say the fire happened at a home on Route 55 in the Muddlety area.
The victims have been identified as Delbert Cutlip, 57, and James “Bud” Freeman, 62.
Family members said Freeman’s wife was able to make it out safely. They believe he died while attempting to save Cutlip, who was bedridden.
The State Fire Marshal’s Office is currently investigating the blaze. A cause has not been determined.