(KNZA)--One person died after a rural Mayetta home was destroyed by fire Sunday morning.

Jackson County Sheriff Tim Morse said emergency responders were dispatched to a report of a structure fire at 10673 174th Road shortly before 8:30.

Firefighters from the  Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, Mayetta, Delia and Hoyt Fire Departments along with Jackson County EMS, Prairie Band Potawatomi Tribal Police and Jackson County Sheriff's Office responded.    

Upon arrival, Morse said responders found the residence had previously burnt to the ground. He said its believed to have started during the night time hours.

The only occupant of the residence is believed to have died in the fire.

The Kansas State Fire Marshal's Office also responded to the scene.  

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

The name of the victim is not yet being made public until official identification is made and the notification of relatives.