Tipped candle leads to residential fire

By Herald on December 18, 2020.

Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services responded to a residential fire on Oxford Road West at approximately 1 a.m. on Friday.
Emergency crews arrived to light smoke flowing out of the structure’s front door and flames visible out of the rear kitchen window. An occupant of the residence had discovered a candle had tipped over in the kitchen. Emergency members from two stations responded and extinguished the fire.
There were no injuries and damage is estimated to be $80,000.
The fire has been investigated and determined to be accidental. Residents are reminded to never leave candles or open flame devices unattended.

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