The Weyburn Police Service were the first on the scene of a fire at a residence on Ash Drive after a 911 dispatch last Monday, June 2nd.
A three-wheel travel motor bike was fully engulfed in flames upon police arrival, and it was able to be extinguished thanks to some quick thinking and cooperation from a neighbour.
"We assisted the homeowner, used a hose, the neighbour's hose," said Deputy Chief Shane St. John. "Just because it was sort of getting out of control. It was starting to do some damage, a lot of damage to the front of the home."
He said the Fire Department took over not long after, ensuring there were no hot spots started and that everyone was safe.
"The bike was was a total loss and there's a lot of damage to the siding on the front of the house," St. John noted.
The fire was started by accident.
"He was working on it and ignited. It happens sometimes. Nothing suspicious or anything like that or it was just an accidental fire and luckily nobody was hurt in the house. It didn't go up, or any other vehicles that were maybe close to it, didn't start on fire."
St. John said while not everyone has a fire extinguisher in their home, they are a worthwhile investment.
"I think it's important to note, too, just phone 911 right away, with any of these incidents, and just be very careful if you're trying to put it out yourself, because fire can be very unpredictable."