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Welland home owner charged for not having working smoke detector

Welland Fire Department
Welland Fire Department

A home owner in Welland is facing a hefty fine for not having a working smoke detector.

Welland crews put out a fire at the home at 144 Thorold Road in February of this year.

Investigators found out that the building was an unlicensed short-term rental that had been leased.

A person in the home woke up in the night and discovered smoke inside and was able to get their family out of the building.

The owner has been fined $25,000 including court costs.

Deputy Fire Chief Matt Richardson is urging all property owners, especially those operating short-term rentals, to take fire safety seriously.

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