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Fire breaks out at home in Meena Place
Proactive neighbours managed to extinguish the flames
A house fire broke out last night (October 10) in Meena Place. The fire started in the lounge. Fast-acting neighbours ran out of their houses to help the elderly homeowner, who was there at the time.
The proactive neighbours managed to extinguish the flames.
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No one was injured.
As far as the cause of the fire is concerned, it is alleged that an incense stick fell on a cloth, which caught alight.
Public Safety and the Ladysmith Fire Department also responded to the scene.
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