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Fire & Water - Cleanup & Restoration

Electric Chair starts Ablaze in a local Retirement Home

10/14/2019 (Permalink)

Electric Chair burned, exposing wires and the remaining furniture padding, due to a faulty wire. Electric Chair removed from Residents room after a faulty wire caught it on fire.

Mt. Washington, KY Retirement Home catches Fire 

Take a look at this fire damaged electrical chair that was removed from one of the residents room. A faulty wire set this chair ablaze in a matter of seconds. Thankfully, the staff got the flames under control before anyone was injured. SERVPRO of Bullitt & North Nelson Counties arrived on the scene, removing fire damaged materials, cleaning the affected areas, and setting up SERVPRO equipment. 

Tips for Fire Restoration 

  • Place aluminium foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpet.
  • Do not wash any walls or painted surfaces.
  • Limit movement in the home to prevent soot particles from spreading.
  • Coat faucets, trim, and appliances in petroleum jelly.

Remember if you should need any assistance call the professionals at SERVPRO of Bullitt & North Nelson Counties. "We are always here to help." 

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