Crime & Safety
Faulty Dishwasher Causes Fire in Haddam
The Tuesday, Dec. 23, fire took place at a home on Saybrook Road in Haddam.
Post from Haddam Volunteer Fire Company:
HVFCo. responded to an appliance fire/structure fire at 3 p.m. today [Tuesday, Dec. 23] at a residence on Saybrook Road.
Upon arrival, firefighters noticed an odor and attributed the smell to a faulty dishwasher that had tripped the breaker. Firefighters removed the dishwasher and several cabinet drawers near the appliance and checked for extension.
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They used a thermal imaging camera to look for any hot areas near the dishwasher and circuit breaker. The homeowners were advised to call an electrician.
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