Fire Spreads from Porch to Home
Wednesday, September 24th, 2008
House fires often start unexpectedly and can happen at any time of the day. This was the case for a Eugene, OR woman who escaped unharmed from her home that became engulfed in flames on September 23, 2008 during the noon hour. The fire started on the porch in the backyard and spread to the home. It is suspected a propane tank from a grill caused the fire, but it is not certain. Read the full story here . Click here to see the video of the story.
The total cost of the damage is still not known. However, many people do not realize that personal items in such situation are not lost just to flames. Smoke, water, and flame retardant solution also contribute to the loss of many items. Click here to see tips about preventing the loss of your documents and pictures that are irreplaceable.
