Pittsfield Firefighters Snuff Out Attic Fire On Dawes Ave.

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Firefighters snuffed out an attic fire on Dawes Avenue Tuesday night.

 

According to Deputy Fire Chief Andrew Stephenson, firefighters were called to 53 Dawes Avenue at about 10:30. Upon arrival a small fire was located in the attic and a man was injured.

 

"One occupant burned his hands trying to control the fire. He sought medical attention," Stephenson wrote in a report on the incident. 

 

The fire was apparently caused by "improper disposal of a cigarette" and one room, which was used for storage, was damaged. However, the home is likely habitable, Stephenson said, depending on inspections on Wednesday. 

 

"The fire was brought under control and extinguished shortly after arrival by fire crews," Stephenson wrote.

 

The man who was injured sought medical attention from County Ambulance on scene but ultimately provided his own transportation to the hospital. The house is occupied by three people, all of whom found alternative housing Tuesday night. No firefighters were injured in response.