CBFD release – At roughly 11:30 Tuesday morning (August 11) the Coos Bay Fire Department was dispatched to a mobile home fire at 1952 Lawnridge Loop. Firefighters arrived to find thick, black smoke and flames spreading up the south side of the trailer. Crews were able to contain the fire to the initial area of origin and verify that the resident was not home. A large fan was used to clear the home of smoke and, the investigation found that the fire had started from faulty or damaged electrical wiring. Damage to the home is estimated at less than $10,000. It is unknown at this time if the owner or occupant has insurance to cover the damages.
