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No injuries after accidental garage fire in Welland, 75K in damages
Niagara police say no one was injured after a garage fire in Welland Monday night, which resulted in about $75,000 worth of damages.
Officers tell CHCH News that the fire was contained to the detached garage and the cause was accidental.
Fire crews say they were called to the blaze at around 7:34 p.m. in the area of Marshall Avenue, south of St. George.
Firefighters worked to contain the fire and protect nearby properties from extension. The blaze was declared under control at 8:18 p.m.
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Crews say a total of 20 firefighters and eight apparatus responded to the incident.
Fire crews say the detached garage sustained significant damage and there was minor heat damage to the exterior siding of a nearby home.
Firefighters say the blaze is not considered suspicious and is not under investigation.
Crews remind residents to use caution when working with tools and equipment that generate heat or open flames and to ensure these items are properly shut down and monitored after use.
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