House destroyed by explosion and fire in Richmond Highlands

Home fire in Richmond Highlands
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire

A home in the Richmond Highlands neighborhood of Shoreline was destroyed Wednesday night by an explosive fire.

The home, on 177th NW, was a total loss and is being demolished on Thursday, November 17, 2011.

Shoreline Fire investigators have determined the fire started from fireplace ashes which were dumped into a plastic bucket which burnt through and ignited the home's deck.

The heating of several propane tanks nearby caused them to vent and fuel the fire, which spread quickly throughout the home.

Two neighboring homes were damaged by fire, smoke and water.

Shoreline Fire reminds all residents that fire prevention and fire escape planning should be a significant part of your family's plan for winter and the holiday season. Winter heating and fireplace safety tips are available online  under the heading "safety information".