Bruce Cleveland Obituary, Death – Potter County officials have identified the man who died in a barn fire last week on Sagebrush Avenue and Bluebonnet Drive. The victim, Bruce Cleveland, was discovered inside the burned structure as emergency crews responded to the incident.
According to Potter County Fire and Rescue, the fire broke out on Wednesday, March 12, at approximately 2:20 p.m. Firefighters were dispatched to 210 Sagebrush after receiving reports of a structure fire. Upon arrival, they encountered heavy smoke and flames engulfing the building.
The structure was identified as a 40-by-60-foot metal barndominium, a hybrid structure containing both a residential living space and a shop area. As firefighters worked to contain the blaze, they discovered Cleveland’s body inside.
Following an investigation, officials determined that the fire was accidental in nature. No further details regarding the specific cause have been released. Authorities continue to review the incident to gather additional information.