OWL Responds to Structure Fire
Structure Fire – Potomac Branch DriveJanuary 20, 2024
22:41 (10:41 p.m.)
OWL units were dispatched to a Structure Fire in Woodbridge. Crews arrived on scene and made quick work of a lamp that caught fire in a bedroom. The crews also provided ventilation of the home. The occupants self-evacuated. No injuries were reported.
OWL reminds residents of the importance of evacuating when their is a fire in their home. According to the National Fire Protection Association, “Studies have shown that most fire deaths are not caused by burns at all but instead by smoke inhalation. Smoke can be quite hazardous, and its effects stretch far beyond just being toxic. Smoke obstructs light and limits occupant visibility.” Remember to create a home fire escape plan with two-ways out of each room and practice it monthly.
