Tas: Sparks from power grinder blamed for bodyworks blaze

AAP General News (Australia)
12-30-2006
Tas: Sparks from power grinder blamed for bodyworks blaze

HOBART, Dec 30 AAP - Two fire fighters and a third person were treated for burns after
sparks from a grinder started a fire in Tasmania's north today.

Crews from the Devonport Fire Brigade were called to a blaze at a Pardoe Street shed
in East Devonport about 12.45pm (AEDT).

Fire fighters said sparks from the power tool ignited a grass fire, which spread to
an adjoining bodyworks and motorcycle storage shed.

Two fire fighters and one occupant from the panel beating business were treated at
the scene for minor burns.

Fire investigator Mark Brownrigg said the fire, which caused an estimated $290,000
damage, was accidentally lit.

The Tasmania Fire Service warned anyone using power tools that generate sparks to ensure
they had adequate fire fighting equipment on hand.

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