Fire Destroys South St. Home

On Tuesday, November 21, 2006 fire destroyed a South St. home.

Fire personnel attempted to control the fire by accessing the roof.

According to a witness, when the fire first started he entered the building and convinced residents to exit.

One resident was trying to extinguish the fire and disconnecting several flaming extension cords which may have been the cause of the fire.


A first floor resident did not want to leave as she felt the fire would not be too bad. She was able to be convinced to exit safely as well.

City of Newburgh fire fighters were joined in the effort by fire fighters from surrounding communities.

Displaced residents were offered shelter in the area.