Electrical issues caused Talbot Street fire
Administrator | Sep 25, 2017 | Comments 3
UPDATE: Electrical issues have been determined as the cause of fire that destroyed the back portion of a home on Talbot Street on Monday afternoon. Damage is estimated at $250,000.
Firefighters were assisted on the scene by EMS monitoring for heat exhaustion. One firefighter was treated at Picton hospital, and released. The OPP also assisted with the investigation and traffic control.
One family dog and two cats perished at the scene.
SEPT. 25 – Prince Edward County firefighters are extinguishing hot spots in a house fire after quickly knocking the blaze down Monday afternoon. They were on the scene at the height of the day’s extreme heat (humidex values approaching 40 degrees F.)
The call to 32 Talbot St., Picton came just before 1 p.m. While firefighters lept into action, police closed off the area between Argyle Crescent and Rogers.
Residents Don King and Roy Pennell, co-owners of Portabella restaurant in Picton, were not at home when fire broke out.
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sorry Don and Roy sorry I love my baby I know you love baby
I am so very sorry for the loss of your furry family members. Heartbreaking.
Another great thank you for our fire fighters, observant neighbours and our caring community!