[2BNTV]

DS coverage was pretty good. Only person in house, got out ok.

Cause of fire is unknown, when article was posted. Indicated an investigation will take place.

Since there was no lightning, I for one am curious as to how this house burned down so quickly and what caused it.

So sad for this family.

[njbchbum]

Originally Posted by dbussone

Chat - for my education please. What does it mean when you describe yourself as "exempt?"

New Jersey State Exempt Firemen's Association explains it all.

[dbussone]

Originally Posted by njbchbum

New Jersey State Exempt Firemen's Association explains it all.

AHH! Thank you.

[patbbb]

Originally Posted by Jaggy

A house in Lynnhaven was destroyed by fire today... I hope everyone was ok .. I don't think it was caused by lightning but not sure of the origin of the fire..

My guess is that the 2x4's used in construction today- especially in the roof trusses- act like kindling wood and go up in flames very quickly. During Pete Wahl's tenure, he made a big deal about four minute emergency response times. Apparently, these fires spread too rapidly for even that to be fully effective. Too bad better construction materials aren't in use.

Further, we rarely get any followup to these stories or the cause of vehicle accidents within the community.

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by patbbb

My guess is that the 2x4's used in construction today- especially in the roof trusses- act like kindling wood and go up in flames very quickly. During Pete Wahl's tenure, he made a big deal about four minute emergency response times. Apparently, these fires spread too rapidly for even that to be fully effective. Too bad better construction materials aren't in use.

Further, we rarely get any followup to these stories or the cause of vehicle accidents within the community.

I will keep my ears open to any further news about the cause of this tragic fire. Hopefully, someone will get this information before I do.

[vabeachers]

Does anyone know the address?

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by Chatbrat

Kinda of worried about the blown in cellulose insulation that is used in the construction, may get a company to remove & install foam instead

Ask a fireman first. Our homes are all built to code and recent code at that.

[BS Beef]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

Ask a fireman first. Our homes are all built to code and recent code at that.

Agreed. Has O & C been determined yet? Statistically speaking something like cooking, smoking, or a small household appliance (iron, toaster, etc.) is a far more likely to be the culprit.

Regardless of how it started so sad for the family. My prayers go out for them.

[Villager Joyce]

Originally Posted by Chatbrat

Kinda of worried about the blown in cellulose insulation that is used in the construction, may get a company to remove & install foam instead

I Find your statement of some concern considering your background and experience. Please explain why you are worried.

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by vabeachers

Does anyone know the address?

It is near Churchill Downs Rec. Center on Livingston Loop in Lynnhaven. It is the 3rd house on the east side on the far east part of Livingston Loop. It has the bench. It is near Saluda St. and Livingston Loop. https://www.google.com/maps/search/c.../data=!3m1!1e3

859 Livingston Loop.

I have not heard anything about the cause as yet.