Wednesday, September 17, 2008

9.16.08 – Firefighters Extinguish Set Fire in Vacant Dwelling

Cherry Hill Firefighters made quick work of a suspicious fire in the 1700 block of Springdale road, near Route 70 at around 9:40, Tuesday night, September 16th. Firefighters were called by a passerby who saw fire in the vacant home. As they arrived, there was a light smoke condition in the dwelling and a small fire visible through a full length window in the kitchen door. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire, checked for extension, ventilated the smoke condition and checked the entire structure for anyone that may have been inside. Currently, this fire is under investigation by the Cherry Hill Fire Marshal’s Office. Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact them at 856-795-1340.