Space heater fire displaces three residents when Dale City home catches fire Jan. 31
On Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023 at 4:08 PM, Prince William fire and rescue units were dispatched to the 13000 block of Redstone Drive (Dale City) for a reported house fire.
Smoke was showing and occupants were out of the structure, according to Matt Smolsky, assistant fire chief and fire marshal. No injuries were reported, Smolsky said.
The single-family dwelling sustained moderate damage. Two adults and one child were displaced, Smolsky said. The Red Cross provided assistance. The Fire Marshal’s Office attributed the cause of the fire to a space heater located in a second floor converted home office.
The Fire Marshal’s Office warns everyone to use caution whenever utilizing space heaters. Do not leave unattended, keep combustibles at least 3 feet away, isolate from small children and pets.
Matt Smolsky
Assistant Chief – Fire Marshal
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