Crime & Safety
Fire Ravages Reston Home (Video)
All occupants were able to escape Saturday night, but the home suffered extensive damage.
RESTON, VA -- A Reston home was almost completely destroyed after a fire broke out Saturday night, and authorities are currently investigating the cause.
Firefighters responded to the 11900 block of Grey Squirrel Lane just after 9 p.m. and found heavy fire coming from the rear of the structure and extending into the interior, Deputy Fire Chief William Garrett said in a video update from the scene.
Firefighters aggressively attacked the fire and were able to knock it down in short order, but the home suffered extensive damage.
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The house was occupied at the time, but everyone was able to escape safely before firefighters arrived.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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Units on scene 11900 block of Grey Squirrel Lane in Reston. Heavy fire showing on arrival. Bulk of fire knocked down. Hitting hot spots. #fcfrd #news pic.twitter.com/KMx5tEZjOS
— Fairfax Fire/Rescue (@ffxfirerescue) April 15, 2018
Image via Fairfax County Fire and Rescue
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