Puyallup, Washington - Fire Breaks out at Jehovah's Witness Hall
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Puyallup, Washington – Fire Breaks out at Jehovah’s Witness Hall

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Posted on August 13, 2019

Puyallup, Washington (August 13, 2019) – A suspicious fire broke out at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses at the 11515 block of 62nd Avenue East on Tuesday morning. Fortunately, no injured have been reported and damage caused by the blaze was not severe.

Crews responded to the fire around 8 a.m., describing the situation as a small exterior fire. While there has been minor damage, the event caused smoke fill the hall. The fire is under investigation by the Pierce County Fire Marshal.

About Fire

It is fortunate that no one was injured in this particular case, and the firefighters are to be commended for their response. While this case is being investigated as arson, fires of accidental causes can cause just as much damage, making fire safety a priority. Like any other structure, religious buildings must be checked for fire safety. Most if not all the steps in fire safety involve securing the area of one’s business or residence. It is also important to make sure that possible combustible materials are discarded properly or at the very least kept away from buildings. They also urge owners of buildings to review fire safety and make sure that an escape plan is formulated in case of fire.

Much like fire safety in other types of buildings, there are different factors which can add or detract the risk of a fire breaking out. The structure and materials that a building is made out of should be assessed for fire safety before construction. It is also advised that all buildings should be equipped with proper fire suppression tools and detection devices such as fire alarms and smoke alarms. Taking these simple steps should help prevent or lessen the risk of fire. Like with all accidents, the effects of fire are dreadful, including property damage and loss as well as injuries or even fatalities. Fire safety is then not only consideration for one’s self, but also consideration for others.

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