Crime & Safety

Dog Walker Sees Smoke in Haddam Home

Have you gotten your chimney cleaned and expected before winter weather begins?

Haddam Volunteer Fire Company was dispatched to residence on Foot Hills Road 3:40 p.m. Oct. 21. The family’s dog walker noticed smoke in the home and called 911.

Upon arrival, firefighters determined the smoke was caused by a fire in a wood stove’s chimney. Firefighters knocked down burning creosote and removed all burning debris from the home.

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After ventilating the home with fans, firefighters recommended the homeowner get her chimney cleaned and inspected. Firefighters were on scene for almost two hours.

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