By Associated Press - Thursday, November 28, 2019

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) - Firefighters in Portland have determined that a house fire in the early morning hours was sparked by an electric turkey smoker placed too close to the home.

Portland Fire & Rescue said Thursday that a mail delivery person spotted sparks and smoke at the home shortly after 5 a.m. and called 911 before alerting the occupants.

Two adults, one child and three cats made it out safely.

People were interested in these podcasts

Damage to the home is estimated at $75,000.

Copyright © 2026 The Washington Times, LLC.

Story Topics

Please read our comment policy before commenting.