Young Boy Sets House on Fire While Playing with a Lighter
A child playing with a lighter burned down a house in Başiskele, Kocaeli, causing panic among residents in the Mahmutpaşa neighborhood. The incident occurred on Gökçe Street, where a child allegedly set a bed on fire while playing with a lighter. Smoke billowed from the house, prompting concerned citizens to alert the emergency services.
In a rush to extinguish the flames, residents grabbed a hose and began fighting the fire themselves until the fire department arrived on the scene. Firefighters acted swiftly to bring the fire under control and prevent further damage to neighboring properties.
An investigation has been launched to determine the exact cause of the fire and to prevent similar accidents in the future. It serves as a reminder of the dangers posed by children playing with lighters and the importance of fire safety education in households.
