Careless disposal of smoking materials blamed for house fire on California Avenue

WINDSOR, ONT. -- Windsor fire officials say a house fire near the University of Windsor was caused by careless disposal of smoking materials on the front porch.

Emergency crews were called to the blaze in the 330 block of California Avenue around 9:30 p.m. on Sunday.

Damage is estimated at $200,000.

Three people were displaced, but there were no injuries.

Fire about 9:30 last night 300 block of California caused by careless disposal of smoking materials on front porch, 3 displaced, no injuries, damage $200000. * JL

— Windsor Fire (@WindsorFire1) December 7, 2020