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Deck Fire Caused By Embers In Dry Bark
Bend Fire Department responded to an early morning deck fire at 583 NW Greyhawk Ave Monday. The fire was reported by the home owners and quickly extinguished, preventing it from spreading to the interior of the home. Damages are estimated at $10,000. The owners were able to remain in their home after fire crews cleared.
The fire was caused by embers from a smoker landing in dry bark mulch below the deck. The bark ignited and spread to the wooden deck support and then up the side of the house.
“Bend Fire Department reminds everyone that keeping bark away from combustible construction can help prevent these types of fires. Bark mulch will always ignite, but if you can keep the bark away from your home you can help prevent your home from catching fire as a result of the bark,” a news release stated. “Whether it be from BBQ embers, smoking materials or embers from an advancing wildfire; keeping a separation between combustible ground cove