Monday, December 11, 2006

Building fire caused by unattended heater

Building fire caused by unattended heater

SEAFORD -- The Seaford Fire Department responded to a building fire that occurred Thursday around 7:21 p.m. in Building 10 of Chandler Heights in Seaford, fire officials said.

The building, undergoing renovations at the time of the fire, is owned by Better Homes of Seaford. A passerby noticed the fire and called 911. When firefighters arrived, they discovered that the heater had caught on fire.

State Fire Marshal's Office investigators have determined the fire was caused by an unattended drywall heater that ignited combustible flooring, officials said. Damages have been estimated at approximately $350.

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