A FIRE that ripped through a house in South Ayrshire has claimed the lives of two men.

Emergency services were called to Troon's Johnston Drive at around 8.25am this morning, Sunday, November 5.

Despite the fire crew's efforts, two men who were inside the property have died as a result of the incident.

A Scottish Fire & Rescue Service spokeswoman confirmed four appliances were in attendance: "Initially three were mobilised – they requested another to assist."

One fire engine remains at the scene.

Enquiries are ongoing.