Charred two-story house lacked electrical, gas services
Humboldt Sentinel staff
7/2/2009
Eureka
A house fire on the south side of town is still under investigation today, with some questions answered and others as yet unsolved.
Firefighters concluded their on-scene efforts late yesterday after extinguishing the early morning blaze at 1506 McCullen Avenue, and confirmed that no one remained within the charred two-story home. This alleviated early concerns, according to the Eureka Fire Department release, that voices were heard within the building prior to the blaze.
While the area of fire origin was discovered, the exact cause remains under investigation. Accidental gas leaks or electrical problems have been ruled out, as the house is not presently serviced by these utilities, leaving human activity as the likely cause.
Investigative efforts are now centered upon follow-up interviews, and members of the public have any information related to the blaze, they are asked to contact fire chief Eric Smith at (707) 441-4000 or esmith@ci.eureka.ca.gov.
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