A fire Friday at Securcare Self Storage, 6338 Arapahoe Ave., in Boulder, Colo., damaged eight self-storage units. Additional units may also have water damage.
The fire began about 2:25 p.m. in one of the units, according to the Boulder County Sheriff's Office. Deputies and firefighters from Rocky Mountain Fire Protection District responded.
Fire investigators believe the blaze was started by 51-year-old Donaled Eib, who was using an open flame inside the storage unit. Eib was living in the unit, according to authorities. Eib was cited for one count of fourth-degree arson, which is a misdemeanor.
Sources:
- Daily Camera: Fire at Self-Storage Facility Under Investigation