Arson not likely in Carolina Beach fire, investigators say Over a dozen lives were changed after fire tore through Paradise Cove condominiums. (Source: WECT News) By WECT Staff | April 15, 2021 at 6:53 PM EDT - Updated April 15 at 11:25 PM
CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. (WECT) - After investigation into the massive fire that destroyed the Paradise Cove condominium complex, Carolina Beach Fire Chief Alan Griffin released a statement that does not provide conclusive evidence of the cause of the fire, but indicates it started in an outdoor common area.
“Investigators currently have no data to support an intentionally set fire, mechanical failure, or any building feature that would have contributed to the start of the fire.”
N.C. Fire Marshalâs office weighs in on NHC involvement in Carolina Beach
State fire marshal s office responds to Carolina Beach condo fire situation By Michael Praats | April 15, 2021 at 5:22 PM EDT - Updated April 15 at 7:10 PM
CAROLINA BEACH N.C. (WECT) - New developments Thursday in the ongoing debate between the Town of Carolina Beach and New Hanover County after inspectors from New Hanover County took to Carolina Beach at the behest of County Chairwoman Julia Olson-Boseman.
Chief of the North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal Brian Taylor emailed WECT a statement today saying he got a call from Carolina Beach Fire Chief Alan Griffin after Griffin first learned the county was coming down to do their own inspections at the fire scene â something the Fire Marshal says isnât allowed unless the town asks for their involvement.