Radiant Heater Causes Patio Fire
Incident Investigation
Radiant Heater Causes Patio Fire
October 27, 2022
Gas
Reference Number:
II-1459160-2022 (30241)
Location: Langford
Regulated industry sector: Gas - Natural gas system
Incident Overview
Two radiant heaters were installed in a patio enclosure without minimum clearance distance to the combustible ceiling. The combustible material above the heaters ignited when the heaters were turned on.