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Minor’s carelessness blamed for fire in Liopetri auxiliary building

A fire in an auxiliary building at a Liopetri residence caused damage, while the property owner received precautionary medical assistance.

Minor’s carelessness blamed for fire in Liopetri auxiliary building
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Liopetri, Cyprus. A fire in an auxiliary building at a residence in Liopetri was allegedly caused by a minor’s carelessness, the fire service said on Friday. The blaze damaged the building and its contents.


Fire response

The fire broke out at 4.24pm on Thursday and was brought under control by 4.53pm.

Fire crews from Famagusta and Xylofagou responded with two fire engines.

Owner assisted

An ambulance was called as a precaution after the property owner became unwell while attempting to extinguish the fire. She did not require hospital treatment.

Investigation

The fire service said an investigation conducted with police found that the fire was allegedly caused by a minor’s carelessness.

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