Overnight Chimney Fire Serves As A Warning To All

A family had to evacuate their home after a fire in their fireplace spread to the chimney.

It happened around 11 Monday night on Woodlawn Way in Lexington.

Officials say the family was trying to start a fire in the fireplace when the chimney caught fire. Officials on scene speculated that the blaze may have been caused by a build up of creosote in the chimney.

With many people using their fireplaces over the holidays, officials recommend you get your chimney cleared of creosote build-up before starting a fire.

The family in this case was able to exit the home with no injuries.

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