Multiple Home Fires Cause Damage Across U.S.

Several house fires occurred across the U.S. on Monday, each prompting swift responses from local fire departments. In Danville, Illinois, a house fire caused by a fireplace and chimney resulted in $50,000 in damages, but all occupants, including pets, escaped unharmed. Meanwhile, a fire in South Greensburg, Pennsylvania, was reported late Monday night, with paramedics on the scene, though no injuries were confirmed. Cary, North Carolina, also experienced a fire that started as a car fire in a garage, with no injuries reported. Additional reports included a fire in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, at a seemingly vacant house, where firefighters faced challenges due to a broken hydrant. The cause of several fires remains under investigation, highlighting the risks posed by extreme weather conditions.