Evening in West Ashley was interrupted by a serious house fire, which was likely caused by charging remote-control car batteries. Emergency services received a call to Saddlewood Drive just before 4 p.m. after a possible building fire was reported.
Firefighters arrived at the scene, noticing smoke coming from the garage area of the two-story single-family home. “Rescue personnel quickly entered the garage to control the fire, checked for any further spread within the structure, and searched the house for occupants,” said Chief Fire Inspector Mike Julazadeh. “The fire was brought under control within 20 minutes, and the damage was mainly limited to the garage.”
Fortunately, no one was in the house during the fire. The fire was reported by neighbors who noticed smoke coming from the building.
Investigators determined that the cause of the fire was the batteries that were left charging for the remote-control car. They also found that the fire broke out in the garage, where the batteries were stored.
As a result of the fire, two adults and four children were left homeless. They are being assisted by the American Red Cross.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safely using electrical devices. One should be cautious when charging batteries, especially if they are later stored in enclosed spaces such as garages. This case can serve as a warning for others to remember the precautions that prevent such unfortunate events. Proper education and awareness are necessary to avoid similar situations in the future and ensure the safety of ourselves and our loved ones.
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