Small accidental fire in Putnam Hall
A small fire occurred in Putnam Hall a short time ago, caused by a hot curling iron that came in contact with a mattress in a resident's room. The fire was confined to that room. As a precaution, two students and three police officers were checked for smoke inhalation at the scene and released. Due to the smoke, alarms were triggered in Putnam, Walton, Phelps and Sellers halls. No injuries were reported. Students will be allowed to return to their rooms when the building is cleared of additional smoke.
September 26, 2016
Written by:
Walter Kraft
Media Contact:
Geoff Larcom
glarcom@emich.edu
734-487-4400
More Stories
Eastern Michigan University’s “Enlighten U” mental health podcast to host its first live taping on self-care – March 20.
Eastern Michigan University celebrates Transgender Day of Visibility with gender- inclusive Career Closet – March 31.
Eastern Michigan University’s Upshur Institute for Civic Education celebrates Civic Learning Week to raise student awareness.
GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology to host TechTalk featuring Dave Konye, director of Business Development–Mobility, Schneider Electric.
Kroger Co. renews commitment to fighting food insecurity with $10,000 ‘Zero Hunger | Zero Waste’ contribution to Eastern Michigan University’s Swoop’s Food Pantry.