The Arson Bomb Squad has released the latest details regarding a building fire that occurred in the early hours of Monday, May 15, 2023, at Harmony Heights Day School for Girls. The incident, which was reported to the police at 1:30 a.m., saw multiple local fire departments and the East Norwich Fire Department teaming up to extinguish the flames and smoke condition at the facility located at 60 Walnut Avenue.
Fortunately, the building was unoccupied during the time of the fire, and no injuries were reported to the responders who were on the scene. The authorities have confirmed that the fire is not believed to be suspicious, although the investigation is still ongoing.
According to the detectives, the police were quick to respond to the active building fire, and it was a joint effort with the local fire departments that ensured the incident was brought under control. While the building was not occupied at the time, the damage caused by the fire could have been far worse if the response had not been as prompt and efficient.
The Harmony Heights Day School for Girls is a well-known facility in East Norwich that provides education and care for young girls. The school management has not yet issued a statement regarding the incident, and it is unclear when they will be able to resume their regular operations.
The Arson Bomb Squad has stated that they will continue to investigate the cause of the fire and provide updates as they become available. Anyone with any information about the incident is urged to contact the authorities as soon as possible.