A shorted-out electrical cord likely started a blaze that destroyed a 50A Avenue home on June 14, says the territorySA国际影视传媒檚 fire marshal.

SA国际影视传媒淎n electrical cord at the rear of the structure that provided power to a detached shed is highly suspected of being responsible for igniting the fire,SA国际影视传媒� Chucker Dewar, NWT fire marshal, told SA国际影视传媒.

No one was injured in the incident. The fire caused an estimated $1 million in damages to the structure, belongings and surrounding land, said Dewar.

The electrical cord was not designed to be used as a permanent power supply and wasnSA国际影视传媒檛 certified for outdoor use, the Office of the Fire MarshalSA国际影视传媒檚 investigation concluded.

SA国际影视传媒淚tSA国际影视传媒檚 suspected that the electrical cordSA国际影视传媒檚 sheathing eventually deteriorated with exposure to elements, particularly the sun; shorting out and igniting the fire,SA国际影视传媒� said Dewar.

The blaze originated behind the house before spreading rapidly throughout the now-gutted residence, the probe determined. Witness statements, photos and videos were among the evidence gathered in the now-concluded investigation.

The fire marshal is reminding residents to make sure electrical components are applied to the intended, designed purpose. Electrical cords are not permitted to be used as permanent power supplies, he said.

SA国际影视传媒淧lease follow manufacturerSA国际影视传媒檚 recommendations, ensure electrical components have a standards seal such as the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and use a professional electrician to ensure components are approved and installed as required,SA国际影视传媒� said Dewar.

The June 14 fire displaced a young family of three.

It took Yellowknifers mere hours to rally behind the family, digging deep into their pockets to provide financial relief for the devastated victims.

An online fundraiser has since raised nearly $40,000, far surpassing an initial $5,000 goal.