Residents are encouraged to install, test and maintain smoke alarms
Information and photo submitted by Chelan Fire & Rescue
At 0638 Friday morning, Chelan Fire & Rescue responded to a structure fire in the 100 block of S. Robinson Street. The homeowner called 9-1-1 and reported that smoke was filling the house and that all occupants had been evacuated.
When firefighters arrived at 0643, they located an older model toaster had malfunctioned and was the cause of the smoke. It was quickly removed from the residence and firefighters cleared the smoke from the residence and turned the property back over the homeowner. There was no further damage to the residence reported.
Chelan Fire & Rescue would like to remind everyone that even though an appliance is not in use it can malfunction and potentially become a fire hazard. It is recommended that residents unplug small appliances when not in use as an important step in reducing the risk of a fire starting in your home.
Firefighters also discovered that there were outdated and non-working smoke alarms in the residence. Fire & Rescue personnel checked all other smoke alarms in the residence and replaced those that were not working. Smoke alarms save lives by providing early warning when a fire starts. All residents are encouraged to install, test and maintain their smoke alarms.
For more information on smoke alarms and how you can make your home safe call the fire department at 509-682-4476 or visit Chelan Fire and Rescues website at chelan7.com
