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Investigator Williams identifies probable cause of Speed Street fire
Vicksburg Fire Chief Craig Danczyk has reported the probable cause of the Speed Street fire that destroyed the home of two Vicksburg women.
Chief Danczyk reported:
“Fire Investigator Nathaniel Williams has concluded the initial investigation and a running electric space heater is the fire cause on Speed St. Occupants were not injured during evacuation at the time of the fire. Occupants stated they heard a noise (boom or pop) and the room was on fire. The electric device possibly failed during use causing ignition. Heavy fire was visible at roof upon arrival of FD1 (Craig Danczyk) so fire spread was fast.”
The fire was reported live by the Vicksburg Daily News. Two elderly Vicksburg women were helped outwere helped out of the flaming structure by neighbor Ceola Parker.
Fire Chief Craig Danczyk was in command at the scene. Ladder 14, Engine 6, Engine 7, Rescue, FireMedic 40, FD2 and FD3, Battalion 1, Fire Coordinator Jerry Briggs, EMA 1 John Elfer and EMA 2 Tracy Porter along with several Vicksburg Police were present.
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