Electrical Short Causes Kitchen Fire

On January 30, 1977 at 4:34 p.m. units were dispatched to a house fire along TR 891, Newville RD 1, North Newton Township. A short in an electrical cord sparked a fire that caused extensive damage to the kitchen of an occupied house. Firefighters from three companies had the blaze under control in 15 minutes. A damage estimate was not available. The Vigilant Hose Company assisted at the scene.