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Tree causes house electrical fire in Durham

Heard on: Durham City Fire
05:22
00:00
119-103, I have an upgrade to a structure fire.
audio iconFire & Arson
Smith Dr, Durham, NC 27712
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Fire crews respond to a house fire in Durham after a tree falls onto the rear of a single-story home near Smith Drive. Homeowners report an electrical fire at the back of the house where a conduit enters the building, and firefighters find a small fire with some lines burning. Crews check the interior and attic to make sure the fire has not spread and work to fully put it out. A small dog is also reported to be at the rear of the property.

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