Flames Engulf RV in Decatur Neighborhood, Melting Part of Home Siding
An RV burst into flames on King Street in Decatur on Wednesday, melting part of the siding of the home next to it. The Decatur Fire Department said no injuries were reported, though investigators have not yet determined how the fire started.
An RV burst into flames on Wednesday in Decatur, which melted part of the siding of the home next to it.
This happened just before 2 p.m. on King Street, according to a WAND News photojournalist on the scene.
The photojournalist captured flames coming out of the top of the RV.
The Decatur Fire Department said no injuries were reported.
It is unclear how the fire started.
Fire Department Confirms No Injuries
The Decatur Fire Department responded to the call and arrived on the scene shortly after the fire broke out.
Officials stated that no one was hurt during the incident.
Location Details
The fire occurred on King Street in the Decatur neighborhood.
The flames from the RV melted part of the siding of the adjacent home.
Investigation Underway
Investigators are still trying to determine the cause of the fire.
The fire department is working to gather information about how the blaze started.
Community Impact
The incident caused damage to property in the neighborhood.
Neighbors watched as the fire consumed the recreational vehicle.
The melted siding on the adjacent home remains visible as of Thursday morning.
WAND-TV reported the story on Wednesday.
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