Eighth Red Bulb Placed on Wreath During 'Keep the Wreath Green'

An eighth red bulb has been added to the wreath by Escambia County Fire Rescue during "Keep the Wreath Green" following a residential structure fire Wednesday, Dec. 24.

Escambia County Fire Rescue responded to a residential structure fire in the 50 block of Voda Court at approximately 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, arriving on scene to find flames and smoke at the back of the home. Firefighters worked quickly to bring the fire under control by 7:06 p.m. No one was injured in the fire, and the home can be reoccupied after some repairs. The occupants are being assisted by the American Red Cross.

ECFR conducted the investigation and determined that the fire was caused by an unattended recreational fire on the back patio.

During the month-long "Keep the Wreath Green" fire safety campaign, five-foot wreaths will be on display at 18 county fire stations and five city fire stations, as well as Escambia County's Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building downtown, the Escambia County Public Safety Building, Pensacola City Hall and Cordova Mall. Each time firefighters respond to a residential or commercial fire with damage, a green light bulb will be replaced with a red one to remind citizens of the dangers posed by fires in residential and commercial buildings.

Escambia County Fire Rescue would like to encourage residents to practice space heater safety and know the potential risks associated with home heating equipment. Click here for tips on how to heat your home safely.

For information about obtaining a home smoke alarm, call Escambia County Fire Rescue at 850-595-HERO (4376) or 850-436-5200 for City of Pensacola residents.

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