Blaze destroys abandoned Puna house - Hawaii Tribune-Herald
Fire Destroys Abandoned Puna House
A significant fire incident occurred early Sunday morning in the Hawaiian Acres subdivision of Puna, Hawaii. Firefighters responded to a blaze at a two-story abandoned house located on Road 4 between Roads F and G at approximately 2:07 a.m.
Challenges Faced by Firefighters
Access to the house was hampered by a long driveway (approximately 300 feet) obstructed by abandoned vehicles. Overgrown brush further complicated firefighting efforts.
Eight units of the Hawaii Fire Department were deployed.
Fire Suppression and Damage
- The fire was brought under control by 3:36 a.m. and extinguished at 6:04 a.m.
- The estimated property damage is $39,000.
- No injuries were reported.
Cause of the Fire
The cause of the fire remains undetermined.
Fire officials say an abandoned two-story house in Hawaiian Acres subdivision was destroyed by a blaze early Sunday morning.
Fire officials say an abandoned two-story house in Hawaiian Acres subdivision was destroyed by a blaze early Sunday morning.
According to a Hawaii Fire Department press release, eight units responded to the 2:07 a.m. report of the fire on Road 4 between Roads F and G.
The large house had a driveway about 300 feet long with abandoned vehicles partially blocking access to firefighters, according to the statement. Brush also was overgrown around the house, authorities said.
Hose lines were deployed and the fire was reported under control at 3:36 a.m. and extinguished at 6:04 a.m.
Property damage was estimated at $39,000. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.
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