Neighbours tried to save a Co Antrim school girl who died in a house fire.
They attempted to get through the front door but were unable to, an independent councillor said.
Brooke Reid McMaster, 12, died in the blaze at the property in Staffa Drive in the Ballykeel area of Ballymena on Wednesday evening.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Councillor Rodney Quigley said: "Someone noticed that the house was on fire, from outside, and they went to try and go in and gain access to the bedroom but could not.
"They could not get the door open."
He said they were a lovely family and well-known in the area.
"It was a sad and terrible day."
Brooke's school principal paid tribute to the musical and sporty pupil.
Ruth Wilson said: "The staff and pupils of Dunclug College record deep sorrow on the tragic death of their beloved pupil, Brooke Reid, in Year 9, and send support and prayers to her grieving parents & family circle.
"This is a very sad day for our school community."
She said she was a joy to teach and lived life to the full.
The youngster played the piano, sang and enjoyed sport.
The principal added: "In every way she was a credit to her family.
"As a school we stand alongside them today in their grief."
Paramedics said they was called to the property at around 5.50pm on Wednesday.
The Northern Ireland Ambulance Service (NIAS) added that one person was taken to Antrim Area Hospital for treatment following the blaze.
The fire service said three appliances attended.
