WCCB Charlotte s CW
July 4, 2021
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Fire investigators say improperly discarded fireworks sparked a house fire in Northwest Charlotte early Sunday morning.
11 people from two different homes were displaced, after the fire on Oakshire Circle around 1:30 in the morning.
Red Cross is helping those affected. The damage is estimated at $80,000.
Update Structure Fire; 800 Block Oakshire Cr; Investigators determined the fire was the result of improperly discarded fireworks; 11 occupants (between 2 different residences) being assisted by @GCRRedCross damage estimates are $80,000 pic.twitter.com/3J71umHvce