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House Fire on Colchester 9/29
Posted by:
WashingToneLocian
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Date: October 02, 2007 08:33AM
There was a house fire on Colchester Rd., FFX this past Saturday around noon.
Where could I find out info like cause? Or any other details about this event?
If you know the area it's one of those three crappy houses on the left as you come from Braddock.
XOXOXOXO
Where could I find out info like cause? Or any other details about this event?
If you know the area it's one of those three crappy houses on the left as you come from Braddock.
XOXOXOXO
Re: House Fire on Colchester 9/29
Posted by:
MBF
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Date: October 02, 2007 08:41AM
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/fr/news/2007archive/2007_098.htm
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department units responded to a house fire on Saturday, September 29, 2007, at approximately 12:55 p.m. in the Fairfax area of Fairfax County. The small single-family home is located at 5941 Colchester Road.
Upon arrival, firefighters saw heavy fire coming from the roof and the rear of the one-story home. Firefighters encountered heavy fire in the attic and roof of the home. It took firefighters approximately 30 minutes to bring the fire under control. The occupant was home when the fire broke out and escaped unharmed. One adult has been displaced. There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
The occupant is being assisted by the Red Cross. Damage is estimated at $61,620.
The fire was accidental in nature and caused by combustibles too close to the water heater.
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department units responded to a house fire on Saturday, September 29, 2007, at approximately 12:55 p.m. in the Fairfax area of Fairfax County. The small single-family home is located at 5941 Colchester Road.
Upon arrival, firefighters saw heavy fire coming from the roof and the rear of the one-story home. Firefighters encountered heavy fire in the attic and roof of the home. It took firefighters approximately 30 minutes to bring the fire under control. The occupant was home when the fire broke out and escaped unharmed. One adult has been displaced. There were no injuries to civilians or firefighters.
The occupant is being assisted by the Red Cross. Damage is estimated at $61,620.
The fire was accidental in nature and caused by combustibles too close to the water heater.
Re: House Fire on Colchester 9/29
Posted by:
no-cop
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Date: October 02, 2007 06:52PM
Oh Noes!!! There was a fire?
Whodda thunk it?
Whodda thunk it?
Re: House Fire on Colchester 9/29
Posted by:
duh
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Date: October 02, 2007 07:28PM
This house is one of the few remaining old shacks on Colchester...some of which have "LOT FOR SALE" signs posted.
I bet these people are kicking themselves for not selling out during the boom.
Maybe a little insurance money will sweeten the deal??
I bet these people are kicking themselves for not selling out during the boom.
Maybe a little insurance money will sweeten the deal??
Re: House Fire on Colchester 9/29
Posted by:
MBF
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Date: October 03, 2007 02:17PM
Maybe a little insurance money will sweeten the deal??
I am friends with the older gentleman who lives 3 houses away from the house that was on fire. Apparently the home was NOT insured.
I am friends with the older gentleman who lives 3 houses away from the house that was on fire. Apparently the home was NOT insured.
Re: House Fire on Colchester 9/29
Posted by:
Flarefax
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Date: October 03, 2007 02:51PM
Sounds like the value was in the lot. If So, a good burn down with less to remove may make it easier to sell.
Re: House Fire on Colchester 9/29
Posted by:
MBF
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Date: October 03, 2007 03:22PM
The thing is, the old lady is hoping her sons (one lives two homes down from hers) will help her rebuild it. Others are trying to convince her just to sell.
Re: House Fire on Colchester 9/29
Posted by:
yo
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Date: October 03, 2007 08:57PM
MBF Wrote:
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> The thing is, the old lady is hoping her sons (one
> lives two homes down from hers) will help her
> rebuild it. Others are trying to convince her just
> to sell.
Sad, just sad.
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> The thing is, the old lady is hoping her sons (one
> lives two homes down from hers) will help her
> rebuild it. Others are trying to convince her just
> to sell.
Sad, just sad.