Fire crews respond to house fire in Onancock

Kenzie Finch

April 13, 2024 at 5:44 PM

ONANCOCK, Va. (WAVY) — Fire crews responded to a residential fire on April 12 in Onancock. They received reports of smoke in a bedroom possibly caused by an electrical issue.

Courtesy: Parksley Volunteer Fire Company

The crews were on the scene for about two hours to extinguish the fire. The Onancock, Tasley, Parksley, Melfa, Bloxom, and Wachapreague crews responded. No injuries reported on scene.

American Red Cross was contacted for occupants

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