House Fires Kill Four Across Port Orchard, Middletown

Two separate deadly house fires occurred recently, each claiming two lives and leaving communities mourning. In Port Orchard, Washington, Carlin Sheedy, 40, and Jayden Sheedy, 9, were identified as victims of a July 5 house fire, with the cause of death still under investigation. Meanwhile, in Middletown, Ohio, a fire at a Clarendon Avenue residence on Sunday morning resulted in the deaths of 63-year-old Doug Daughetee and an unidentified woman believed to be his wife, both of whom succumbed to injuries sustained despite firefighters' rescue efforts. Firefighters faced intense conditions with zero visibility and heavy smoke, pushing through to extinguish the flames but ultimately unable to save the occupants. The loss has deeply affected the Middletown fire department, which emphasized their commitment and training to protect citizens. The cause of both fires remains under investigation, and the Daughetee family has started a GoFundMe campaign to cover funeral expenses.