Franklin County Coroner Identifies 60-Year-Old Janet Zahnle in Mobile Home Fire
Columbus, OH — The Franklin County Coroner has confirmed the identity of a second woman killed in a mobile home fire that occurred in February on the city’s South Side. The tragic incident took place at the Fairlane Mobile Home Park, located in the 3400 block of Ivy Drive off South High Street.
The victim, 60-year-old Janet Zahnle, was found deceased inside the mobile home on February 19, according to a statement released Friday. An autopsy report revealed that smoke inhalation was the cause of death, with acute alcohol intoxication listed as a contributing factor. Elevated alcohol levels were detected in her blood during postmortem testing.
Zahnle and another victim, 59-year-old Drema Mosley, were both pronounced dead at the scene. Mosley’s cause of death was also determined to be smoke inhalation.
Columbus Fire Department officials found multiple space heaters inside and outside the residence, including a kerosene heater believed to have malfunctioned. Fire investigators have not confirmed whether the heater was the direct cause of the fire, but both deaths were officially ruled accidental by the Franklin County Coroner’s Office.
This tragedy highlights the ongoing safety risks associated with using alternative heating sources during colder months. Local authorities are urging residents to check heaters for proper function and follow manufacturer guidelines to avoid similar incidents.
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