RIDGWAY – The PA State Police Fire Marshal and the Ridgway Borough Police Department have conducted an investigation into the origin and cause of the Aug. 12 fire that occurred at 204 Depot St, in the Borough of Ridgway. It was determined the cause to be arson, and authorities are asking anyone with information regarding the incident to contact police.
The fire that damaged a wood frame, two-story residential dwelling originated on the exterior of the structure while multiple residents were inside. All individuals inside escaped without inury, however, a 16-year-old boy was transported to Elk Regional Health Center by amubulance for difficulty breathing several hours after escaping the fire.
Damage is estimated at $100,000.00. Anyone with information about the fire is asked to contact the Ridgway Borough Police Department at 814-773-5125 or the PA State Police Fire Marshal at 814-776-6136.