Sad Day In The Neighborhood

Around 2:30 yesterday afternoon the power went out. We had planned an anniversary dinner at home so this was poor timing. Just then our neighbor drove in his driveway and told us there was a problem on the next street  and there were a lot of emergency vehicles. We thought that might be the cause of the power outage, so we went to have a look.

What's happening at the end of the street?

The house on the corner is burning.

Four fire companies responded.

It looks like this house is a total loss. The firemen told us that this is the second time this house has burned. The first was caused by unattended burning candles. They weren't sure what happened this time.

Although there were ambulances standing by, no one was injured. The firemen said that this time of year there are a lot of house fires because people are starting up their furnaces and fireplaces. It's a good time to remember to be careful with candles, too, especially when pets are around.