DISCARDED CIGARETTE CAUSED FIRE AT OTTUMWA BUSINESS

Discarded cigarette caused fire at Ottumwa business

An improperly discarded cigarette has been determined to be the cause of a fire that damaged an Ottumwa bar.  On Wednesday afternoon (3/31), Ottumwa firefighters were called to a fire at Uncle Bucks Bar and Grill at 518 Church Street.  The fire department’s quick response helped minimize damage to the building.  The Ottumwa Fire Department says a discarded cigarette in a bed of mulch near the back door caused the fire.  The Ottumwa Fire Department reminds businesses to have a proper cigarette disposal receptacle on site.

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