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Electrical Fire Damages Milford Home

The fire department has handled over 700 calls for service during the last month.

The fire department has handled over 700 calls for service during the last month. (Saul Flores/Patch)

MILFORD, CT — An electrical issue caused damage to a home on Melba Street, according to fire officials.

Crews kept the fire in check until United Illuminating was able to secure the power to the house.

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Firefighters then extinguished the fire.

The same night, firefighters extinguished a porch fire before the blaze moved into the home.

View photos of the incidents by clicking here.

During the last 30 days, firefighters have responded to 724 calls for service, including 15 fires, 10 motor vehicle accidents, a marine rescue and an elevator rescue while also providing mutual aid to surrounding towns.

Additionally, nearly 470 medical emergencies were handled by our firefighter EMTs and paramedics.

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