1 child, 2 adults displaced after propane grill led to townhouse fire in Woodbridge

WOODBRIDGE, Va. ( DC News Now ) — The Prince William County Fire Department said a child and two adults were displaced after a propane grill sparked a fire at their home on Monday morning.

Just after 9 a.m., firefighters said crews were dispatched to the 1600 block of Devil Lane after a report came in for a fence on fire.

There, crews swiftly located the fire in the back of a townhome with flames spreading to the home next door.

Officials said firefighters quickly contained the blaze to the surrounding deck and fence and put the fire out.

The building official inspected both homes and determined that one townhouse was unsafe, according to officials.

As a result, two adults and one child were displaced and are being assisted by the American Red Cross.

Officials said there were no reported injuries.

During the investigation, the Fire Marshal learned the fire was caused by the improper use of a propane grill and combustible items being too close.

The Fire Marshal’s Office encourages residents to use grills as they are designed and only use the recommended fuels for the type of grill being used.

Officials said all grills should be kept at least 10 to 15 feet from your home or any other materials that can catch fire.

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