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▪ Sunday, December 6 - Friday, December 11
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Building #4 is uninhabitable tonight. Red Cross working with apartment management to relocate residents.
Residents at all other buildings are clear to return home.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Westbound Highway 36 is currently shut down between Pecos and Federal due to a hazardous materials response for spilled diesel. We are coordinating with law enforcement, working on the clean up and getting the highway back open. Updates posted when available.
Crews on scene of a house fire near 88th Avenue and Dover Street. Fire is now out, crews will be on scene putting out hot spots. Further details to follow.
Not allowed:
-Fireworks of any kind
-Charcoal grills
-Wood-burning fire pits, chimineas, and other open flames
-Recreational Fires
Still allowed:
-Propane and natural gas grills
-Gas fire pits
-Any appliance where the fire can be “turned off” rather than “put out”
The City of Westminster has enacted Stage 2 Fire Restrictions, effective immediately. All fireworks are prohibited, including those that were previously listed as permissible. This includes sparklers, fountains, and ground spinners. These fire restrictions will be reviewed daily.
This evening we worked a house fire near 144th Ave and Huron St. Crews found a working fire showing from the roof. Fire now out. Residents had safely evacuated on their own. Fire is believed to be caused by lightning strike to the house.
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The 3 occupants of the home self-evacuated. All have been taken to the hospital. Investigator will remain on scene working to determine the cause. No further updates expected.
Units on scene of a townhome fire near 100th Avenue & Federal Boulevard. Fire is out. Investigator on scene. Pertinent updates provided once known.
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7:30 FINAL UPDATE: Our investigation is complete. There was a fire in the pottery studio. There was no extension into the building. The fire was ruled accidental. We have cleared the scene and have turned it over to building maintenance.
Westminster Fire units currently on scene at the Westminster City Park Recreation Center at 10455 Sheridan Blvd on a structure fire. Building has been evacuated. Crews are working towards full extinguishment. We will provide updates once the rec center is back open.
5:40pm UPDATE: The fire is out. Those who were evacuated will be escorted inside to get their belongings. The rec center remains otherwise closed. The Fitness Center is still open.