The careless handling of fireworks is being blamed after a fire broke out at a home in Sarnia.
Sarnia Fire and Rescue Services says around 15 firefighters responded to the blaze on Mayfair Dr. on Monday at around 7pm. Fire crews were able to extinguish the fire quickly and prevent it from spreading to the other floors of the home.
The sole resident in the home was able to make it out safely before firefighters arrived.
Damage is estimated at around $60,000.
Fire officials have not released any further details about the cause of the blaze.