The Honolulu Fire Department says a home fire in Nuuanu on Sunday was caused by a portable hotplate. The case has been classified as accidental.
A fire investigator says the fire at 2740 Puunui Ave., originated in the living room, where a portable hotplate ignited various combustibles nearby.
Estimated damages are at $333,000 total, including $306,000 to the property and $27,000 to the home’s contents.
Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the fire at the one-story, two-bedroom home in Nuuanu after receiving a 911 call at 11:19 p.m. Sunday night.
Upon arrival, they found smoke and flames coming from the rear of the home. Firefighters brought the fire under control at 11:33 p.m., and fully extinguished it at 11:53 p.m.
No injuries were reported. One occupant evacuated the home on their own, and was evaluated by paramedics at the scene.
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HFD advises the public to keep cooking areas free of nearby combustible materials.