Electrical Problem Blamed For Croydon Fire


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A fire broke out in the crawl space of a Croydon home Sunday afternoon.

Bristol Township Fire Marshal Kevin Dippilito said a resident of the 1000 block of First Avenue reported she was using the stove when she heard the breakerย trip. The resident reported power was lost.

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Several minutes later, smoke began coming through the floor vents in the kitchen,ย Dippilito said.

Firefighters from several companies rushed to the scene aroundย 4:10 p.m. and were able to place the blazeย under control.

PECO responded to the house and secured power to the home until repairs to the wiring.

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No injuries were reported.

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