Fire of an unknown origin has destroyed a house in Point Fortin. According to report’s, shortly before 2:00 p.m. today Point Fortin Fire Fighters responded to a trouble call telling them of a fire on Handle Road, Point Fortin. When the officers arrived, the house was well alight. The officer’s managed to contain the blaze from spreading to near homes, however the house was completely destroyed.
When southsidenewstt visited the scene, we were told by the owner of the house that the house was unoccupied. However, they were informed that the property is frequent by a Street Dweller and the person was seen at the house shortly before it started to burn. The street dweller was heard saying that she was going to burn down the house, shortly after a loud explosion was heard.
Fire Prevention Officers are expected to return to the scene to determine the cause of the blaze. Point Fortin Police are continuing investigation.
