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Rooms Spared of Fast-Moving Fire in Scottdale, PA Due to Closed Doors

September 8, 2025

A fast-moving fire damaged a home and styling salon in Scottdale, Pennsylvania, but two rooms were protected because the doors were closed.

Fire Chief Dave Wendell and his crew from the Scottdale Volunteer Fire Department arrived on scene to a fire that had spread to all floors and an attic.

"Those homes are big and they're very spacious and if it gets a jump on you, it's going to get a jump on you," Wendell said.

Neighboring fire companies were also called in to assist.

All occupants escaped unharmed.