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Selbyville Fire

News | State Fire Marshal | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 19, 2023


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July 19, 2023

 

The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s office has determined that yesterday’s fire that heavily damaged a Selbyville, Delaware business was accidental.

 

The blaze, reported shortly before 7:30 am, occurred in the 100 block of Dixon Street at the Avalanche Industries.  Firefighters encountered an active fire inside the building’s attic space.

 

Deputy fire marshals responded to the call and conducted the investigation.  The fire originated in the attic and was caused by faulty electrical wiring.  There were no reported injuries.  Fire damage was estimated at $20,000.

 

Office of the State Fire Marshal – Delaware

Michael G. Chionchio

Assistant State Fire Marshal

(302) 739-3312 Office Direct Line

(302) 593-9002 Cell

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Selbyville Fire

News | State Fire Marshal | Date Posted: Wednesday, July 19, 2023


State Fire Marshal Logo

July 19, 2023

 

The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s office has determined that yesterday’s fire that heavily damaged a Selbyville, Delaware business was accidental.

 

The blaze, reported shortly before 7:30 am, occurred in the 100 block of Dixon Street at the Avalanche Industries.  Firefighters encountered an active fire inside the building’s attic space.

 

Deputy fire marshals responded to the call and conducted the investigation.  The fire originated in the attic and was caused by faulty electrical wiring.  There were no reported injuries.  Fire damage was estimated at $20,000.

 

Office of the State Fire Marshal – Delaware

Michael G. Chionchio

Assistant State Fire Marshal

(302) 739-3312 Office Direct Line

(302) 593-9002 Cell

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