Dryer Blamed for Brockton House Fire

BROCKTON, MA — Fire officials are blaming a dryer for a fire that has displaced a family of four.

Brockton Fire Deputy Chief Charles Davis told the Enterprise that he couldn't say how the dryer ignited the flames, but said lint buildup is often a factor.

Sunday, Firefighters received an emergency call for the blaze on Algonquin Street, according to the Boston Globe. The fire was put out within 15-20 minutes, Brockton Fire Department Deputy Chief Brian Nardelli said.

The four members of the family will stay will relatives until the home is rebuilt, About 100,000 in damage was caused by the fire. The three people inside of the home at the time of the fire escaped with no injuries.

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