[Press Release] : FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Update on Recent Fires

[Press Releases]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Battalion Chief Brad Fraizer, Fire Marshal
Office 573-874-7557
Monday through Friday 8am - 5pm

Update on Recent Fires

COLUMBIA, MO (July 9, 2013) - 3508 Berkshire Court, Friday July 5 
Fire investigators determined this fire originated at the base of a water heater in a utility room.  The occupant of the home extinguished a majority of the fire prior to the fire departments arrival using a portable fire extinguisher.

Homeowners are reminded to keep all combustible materials at least three feet away from energized electrical devices or gas fueled appliances.

808 West Boulevard North, Saturday July 6
Fire investigators determined this fire was intentionally set and are working with the Columbia Police Department in this on-going investgiation.  Anyone with information regarding this fire are urged to contact the Columbia Fire Department, Fire Marshal's Division at 573-874-7556.

The Columbia Fire Department wants to remind residents that working smoke alarms do save lives. Test your smoke alarms at least once a month by pressing the test button. Replace smoke alarm batteries at least once a year. Replace smoke alarms every 10 years. To ensure adequate protection, place smoke alarms in every sleeping room, and in a common area on every floor.

 


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