Faulty outlet causes fire at Cavalier Country Club Apartments

CHRISTIANA, DELAWARE (12/25/2014) A fire this afternoon at the Cavalier Country Club Apartments was caused by a faulty electric receptacle, authorities said.

The fire in the 3800 block of Golfview Drive broke out in a bedroom about 1:30 p.m., said Michael Chionchio, assistant state fire marshal.

Christiana firefighters responded to extinguish the fire.

Investigators ruled the cause accidental.

Damage was estimated at $5,000.

No injuries were reported.