
Storm harm sparks home fires
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) – Fires began within the attics of two properties in Manhattan early Wednesday morning after a storm broken {the electrical} system.
The Manhattan Fireplace Division mentioned the primary hearth was reported round 1:30 a.m. at 2300 Blueberry Dr.
Crews discovered smoke coming from the attic of the house and had been in a position to comprise it. Whereas they had been on scene, Manhattan Fireplace mentioned the home-owner advised them smoke was additionally coming from their neighbor’s home.
Firefighters discovered a hearth within the attic of that residence as effectively, positioned at 2304 Blueberry Dr. They mentioned the house was unoccupied on the time of the blaze that induced an estimated $25,000 in harm.
The opposite residence did have folks inside, no phrase on if anybody was injured. A complete of $65,000 in harm was carried out to that residence.
Manhattan Fireplace mentioned the reason for these blazes are linked to storm harm to {the electrical} service that provides each homes. They mentioned firefighters additionally responded to 29 different storm-related calls in a single day.
The Riley County Fireplace Division additionally assisted with the fires.
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