A Windsor Fire and Rescue command vehicle. (BlackburnNews.com file photo)A Windsor Fire and Rescue command vehicle. (BlackburnNews.com file photo)
Windsor

Recycle bin fire causes $75K in damage

A fire that started in a recycle bin is to blame for causing $75,000 worth of damage at a south Windsor home Friday afternoon.

The blaze broke out on Labelle Street near Sierra Drive and according to Windsor Fire, it started in a recycle box in the property's backyard. From there, the flames travelled through the eaves and spread into the home's attic.

The cause is being listed as accidental and no injuries are being reported.

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Scoreboard, Aug 5

The Toronto Blue Jays lost 7-2 to the Houston Astros on Tuesday while the Detroit Tigers won their fourth straight, 8-0 over Seattle.