Heat Lamp Likely Caused Accidental Winston Structure Fire, Central Douglas Fire & Rescue Says
Central Douglas Fire & Rescue said a heat lamp used for baby ducklings likely caused an accidental structure fire Saturday morning on Center Street in Winston. The fire was knocked down within 16 minutes of crews arriving.
WINSTON, Ore. — A structure fire early Saturday morning in Winston was knocked down within minutes after Central Douglas Fire & Rescue crews arrived, according to a release from the agency.
Crews were dispatched at 6:14 a.m. Saturday, April 25, to a reported structure fire on Center Street. Initial reports indicated the back of the home was fully involved in fire.
When firefighters arrived, they found heavy black smoke coming from the front windows of the home, with additional fire involvement in the garage. CDF&R said the fire was knocked down and extinguished within 16 minutes of crews arriving on scene.
Central Douglas Fire & Rescue responded with three pieces of fire equipment and one command unit, totaling 10 paid and volunteer personnel. Umpqua Valley Ambulance and the Winston Police Department assisted at the scene.
After an investigation by CDF&R personnel, the fire was determined to be accidental. Officials said it was most likely caused by a heat lamp on the back porch that was being used for baby ducklings.
CDF&R reminded residents to keep appliances away from combustible materials while they are in use. The agency said heating lamps cause several fires each year within its response area.
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