Fire damages electrical receptacle and exterior siding of single-family dwelling

Location: Port Coquitlam

Regulated industry sector: Electrical - Low voltage electrical system (30V to 750V)

Incident overview

The exterior of a single-family home was being pressure washed when water entered a receptacle resulting in shorting, arcing, overheating, and subsequent fire. The provided dry type receptacle cover plate, which is not designed to prevent moisture ingress, was a contributing factor.