Investigators determine old Jeep caused Kailua house fire
The
Honolulu Fire Department's investigator determined the fire that gutted a
Kailua house Monday was accidental and originated in the garage from a
32-year-old Jeep.
Neighbors
said they heard someone trying to start the Jeep just before the blaze
consumed much of the house, located at 136 Kaha St. near Kainalu
Elementary School. The son-in-law of one of the owners said he was
present at the time, but declined to say what happened.
The blaze consumed much of the house, located at 136 Kaha St. near Kainalu Elementary School.
Owners said the house was vacant and was being prepared for rent or sale.
The fire
investigator also estimated the damage to the house was $200,000 and
$20,000 to its contents, including the 1983 Jeep CJ-7.