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Date Posted: Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Posted by: Tanya Zanfa (Master Admin)
Source: http://www.accessnorthga.com/detail.php?n=281607


Outdoor chimney fire prompts fire safety reminder


Outdoor chimney fire prompts fire safety reminder

By Dean Dyer Staff

CLEVELAND - White County firefighters were dispatched to a residential fire on Georgia Highway 255 South around 10:45 Thursday night.

White County Fire Department spokeswoman Ana Newberry said when fire units arrived they discovered the fire was in an outdoor fireplace by a pool.

Newberry said White County Fire Chief Norman Alexander advised that apparently there was a creosote build-up in the chimney that resulted in an intense fire. The fireplace received heavy damage as a result of the excessive heat. No injuries were reported. 

Newberry said the fire is a reminder to homeowners that now is a good time to have home chimneys professionally inspected - "especially for a creosote build-up."

According to Newberry, a professional inspection can result in the discovery of creosote build-up; cracks or damage due to the age of the chimney; and/or design problems.

Newberry said homeowners should check out the National Fire Protection Association website for additional information about winter fire safety (see link below).



Link: NFPA



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