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Two similar fires prompt a warning from firefighters

By Chris Durden

KWCH 12 Eyewitness News

7:19 PM CST, December 12, 2012

(WICHITA, Kan.)

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Wichita firefighters have a message for homeowners after two fires with similar causes.

The first fire in the 2000 block of 1st Street was caused by electrical wiring in the attic of a home. Hours later, another fire started in another home because of the same reason.

Investigators say this is a big concern and something they usually see this time of the year. They say it's easy to overload circuits, especially in older homes.

A circuit breaker that trips regularly can be a sign that there's a dangerous problem. Both on Tuesday's fires caused $10,000 worth of damage.