CHARLOTTE — A garage caught fire in northeast Charlotte due to the improper use of an acetylene torch, according to reports from the Charlotte Fire Department.
The incident occurred just before 4 a.m. Sunday on Meadow Lane near The Plaza.
Firefighters said the fire started in a large detached garage that was being used as a workshop due to the improper use of an acetylene torch.
The garage’s lack of smoke alarms contributed to the incident. However, no injuries have been reported.
Charlotte fire said $16,000 worth of damages have been reported. The cause of the fire has been deemed accidental.
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