Dennis Fire/CWN
DENNIS – A fire caused extensive damage to a house in Dennis Thursday evening. The call at 3 Paul Street came in just before 10 PM. Flames had extended to the deck and side of the house before being knocked down. No injuries were reported. Further details were not immediately available.
Statement from Dennis Fire: On Thursday, April 22, 2021, at 9:52pm a family escaped serious injury when their split-level house caught fire. The Dennis Fire Department and Police responded to the structure fire at 3 Paul Street, to find the house 20% involved in flames.
Upon arrival firefighters encountered fire on the side outside deck of the building extending into the attic and dining room. Firefighters prevented it from getting deep into the house with a quick knockdown. Extensive overhauling and checking for extension were necessary. Fire crews were tied up for about an hour and half.
The Dennis Fire Department was assisted with an engine from the Yarmouth Fire Department.
The fire does not appear to be suspicious at this time. Leading indicators are pointing to high winds and careless disposal of smoking material on the deck.
The family was displaced for the night and stayed with neighbors
There were no injuries reported.
