A Great Falls home fire on Saturday, Sept. 28 was caused by an electrical event, according to investigators.
An investigation by the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department found that the fire, which caused nearly $55,000 in damages, found that the fire was accidental in nature. It began on the outside of the one-story, single-family home after an electrical event linked to the outside flood. light.
Two residents, who were at home during the fire, were displaced. Red Cross assistance was offered but declined.
The fire happened at around 2:19 a.m. No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported
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