Fire at Weston Mansion Caused by Attempt to Fry a Turkey

Incident Report

A fire broke out at a mansion in Weston after residents attempted to fry a turkey in the garage on Thanksgiving, according to fire officials.

Response and Containment Efforts

The Weston Volunteer Fire Department responded to a report of a garage fire on Weston Road just before 3:45 p.m. Firefighters arrived to find the mansion engulfed in flames. Due to a structural collapse and dangerous fire conditions, efforts to contain the fire were hindered.

Complications During Containment

Crews faced an additional challenge when a vehicle drove over a water supply hose, damaging the line and stopping the flow of water for several minutes. This delay hindered the containment of the blaze.

Assistance and Containment

Firefighters from nearby towns joined forces to put out and contain the blaze, which took approximately 16 hours to fully extinguish.

Outcome and Investigation

No one was injured in the incident. The official cause of the fire is under investigation, but it is believed to have started in the garage as a result of frying a turkey.

Damages and Support

The house has been deemed uninhabitable, and the Red Cross is providing support to the affected family.

FAQs

Q: What caused the fire?

A: The fire is believed to have started as a result of frying a turkey in the garage.

Q: Were there any injuries?

A: No, there were no reported injuries.

Q: How long did it take to contain the fire?

A: It took approximately 16 hours to fully extinguish the blaze.

Q: What is the status of the affected family?

A: The Red Cross is providing support to the family, and the house is deemed uninhabitable.