A $250,000 fire in Waterford, Ontario, was caused by a discarded cigarette and contained to the attic.

A $250,000 fire in Waterford, Ontario, was caused by a discarded cigarette on the back deck of a home, according to the Norfolk County Fire Department. Firefighters from four departments managed to contain the fire to the attic, with no reported injuries. The home was insured, and Fire Prevention Officer Cory Armstrong-Smith urged residents to dispose of smoking materials safely to prevent further fires.

May 03, 2024
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