An Inverness house fire on Monday night was caused by a discarded smoking material, officials said. The fire occurred around 10:30 p.m. at a residence on Southeast 5th Avenue in Inverness, Citrus County.
According to the Citrus County Fire Department, the fire was confined to one room and was extinguished quickly. No injuries were reported, but the cause of the fire was determined to be a discarded smoking material. The Florida Fire Marshal’s Office assisted in the investigation. The incident is a reminder of the importance of fire safety and responsible disposal of smoking materials.
The Citrus County Fire Department and other local emergency services responded to the scene. The homeowner and local residents are grateful for the quick response and containment of the fire.
Originally reported by Citrus County Chronicle – Inverness
Sources: Citrus County Chronicle – Inverness
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