| At 0731 hours on Monday, October 20, the Selden Fire Department responded to a structural fire at 3 Alice Court. The fire began in a dryer in the basement of the house and a quick attack by the Selden firefighters successfully contained the blaze. The fire was brought under control within 30 minutes of the initial dispatch.
Approximately 35 firefighters responded to the call, including mutual aid units from Centereach, Coram, Farmingville and Terryville. Assistant Chief Michael Matteo was in command of the incident.
Dryer and washing machine fires are involved in 22% of all home fires in the United States. Of these fires, 32% are caused by an excessive buildup of lint in the dryer. The Selden Fire Department would like to remind everybody to regularly check their appliances to ensure they are clean, functional and properly wired (Source: NFPA) |
