WAXHAW, N.C. – A 61-year-old man has died after a early morning house fire in Waxhaw.
First responders were dispatched to a home on Howie Mine Road at around 4:23am after it was reported by a neighbor. A Waxhaw Police officer was treated for minor injures after attempting to entering the residence.
Firefighters located and rescued Kenneth Robinson from in his residence about 6 minutes later. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. A second occupant escaped the home without injuries.
The Union County Fire Marshal’s Office determined a space heater caused the fire, after investigation.
“Our hearts go out to the family and loved ones affected by this tragic fire,” said Union County Fire Marshal Jon Williams. “We are grateful for the quick actions of the neighbor who called 911 and the first responders who worked to rescue the victim. This tragedy is also a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly a fire can become life-threatening. As temperatures drop and families begin using supplemental heating sources, we urge everyone to keep space heaters at least three feet away from anything that can burn and make sure their homes have working smoke alarms.”
The Union County Fire Marshal’s Office provide free smoke alarms to Union County residents.
