Eldorado Villa,
Tigard
experienced a bit of pre July 4th fireworks you NEVER want to see—an
electrical fire that destroyed a house in our community. Thank goodness the
home was empty and the new residents had not begun to move in. The manager is
now looking for another home that might be suitable for the buyers.
Once
the flames were extinguished, the firemen dismantled the siding that remained
to make sure the sparks were all foamed out of existence. They had to use their masks during this
procedure as the asbestos in the insulation added to the toxic fumes. Neighbors had to evacuate their homes as the
winds continually changed directions. Siding on a neighboring home was scorched
and will require replacement.
What we learned and I
pass on to you: 1.Keep up on house insurance payments, 2.Trim shrubs three feet
away from hydrants, and 3.Pay for a pre-purchase inspection to catch problems
like faulty wiring.
Rita
Loberger, Northern District Director
