Press release:

SeaTac investigators have determined that a fire, which destroyed a small travel trailer in the 3400 block of S. 167th Street was caused by oil overheating on a stove top and catching fire.

The fire, which was reported at 8:24p.m. Friday, April 20, was quickly contained by SeaTac firefighters within minutes of their arrival. Firefighters also used water to protect a home, which was close to the parked trailer. The unoccupied home was undamaged.

Fortunately, no one was hurt by the fire though two people have been displaced. They will be cared for by family and friends.

Keep an eye on what you fry. Whenever you cook on your stovetop, stay in the kitchen. It is very easy to become distracted by children, the TV, and the phone. If you leave the kitchen, shut off the burners.

Also, make the area in front of the stove a “kids free zone”. Do not allow children into this area where they may be burned by hot pans, burners, or splattering oil. Turn pot and pan handles towards the back of the stove as an extra precaution against children bumping or grabbing them.