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At 7:26 pm tonight, residents at 268 NW Mandi St in Hillsboro called 911 to report that their BBQ was on fire with flames as high as 20 feet, visible to neighbors living nearby. As a resident tried to put out the fire, smoke was reportedly filling the home. The incident was upgraded to a first alarm to bring additional resources to the scene.
Engine 1 arrived to find smoke showing from the back of the home and they initiated an attack on the fire. Firefighters found that fire had spread into the crawlspace of the home and transitioned to firefighting efforts in that area. Additional crews checked for extension into the attic and searched the home. The fire was quickly extinguished and contained to the back of the home and crawlspace. Crews confirmed that all occupants had exited the home safely.
The resident who attempted to put out the fire before firefighters arrived suffered burns to one hand. No other injuries were reported. A Chaplain responded to the incident to assist the residents. Given the impact of the fire and smoke on the inside of the home, three adult residents were displaced.
A Hillsboro Fire Investigator determined the cause to be a barbeque fire that extended to the home.
Hillsboro Fire & Rescue reminds you of these safety tips when using your barbeque:
- When using your BBQ/grill, move it at least three (3) feet away from your residence
- Keep flammable materials away from the BBQ/grill
- Clean and inspect your BBQ/grill regularly to minimize fire hazards such as grease and check for any hose leaks
- Always remember to completely shut off valves to gas and propane fuel sources when finished grilling
Hillsboro Fire & Rescue was assisted by Cornelius Fire Department and Metro West Ambulance.
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