Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department
4100 Chain Bridge Rd, Fairfax, Virginia 22030
703-246-3801, TTY 703-385-4419 and 703-385-1687
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/fire

07/22/2005

Herndon House Fire

Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department units responded to house fire at approximately 2:55 p.m., Thursday, July 21, 2005, in the Herndon area of Fairfax County. The home is located at 646 Alabama Drive.

Firefighters saw smoke coming from the first floor and basement of the split-level home upon arrival. Firefighters brought the fire under control in approximately 15 minutes. Two residents have been displaced. The American Red Cross is assisting the residents. Four pets perished in the fire.

Damage is estimated at $75,000.

According to fire investigators the fire was accidental. Improper disposal of smoking materials caused the fire.

Fairfax County is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability in all county programs, services and activities. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request. For information, call 703-246-3801 and TTY 703-285-4419.