Chatham-Kent Fire Department Truck. (Photo by Bob Becken)Chatham-Kent Fire Department Truck. (Photo by Bob Becken)
Chatham

Balcony Fire Believed To Be Accidental

Damage is pegged at around $20,000 following a fire in a three-storey condo unit in Chatham.

Chatham-Kent Fire and Emergency Services says on Wednesday around 5:30pm, firefighters responded to reports of smoke emanating from the condo unit at 393 Baldoon Rd.  Fire crews discovered the blaze had originated from a rear balcony and were able to quickly extinguish the fire.

Firefighters prevented about $500,000 worth of property damage.

Fire officials say the blaze is believed to be have been accidental.

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