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‘Summerland Secondary lucky to be standing’ after fire set near doorway

Black burn marks went into the roof line of the school
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Burn marks show where a fire was set at Summerland Secondary. The aftermath of the blaze was discovered on Sunday by a passerby. (Jeremy Piesinger photo)

It could have been much worse for Summerland Secondary with what appears to be a set fire at one of the school’s doorways.

Jeremey Piesinger notice the burned wall on Sunday when he was out for a walk with his dog. Black burn marks went into the ceiling as well.

With no caution tape around the area, it appears he may be the first one to notice.

“Summerland Secondary School looks lucky to be standing,” posted Piesinger to a Summerland Facebook group.

He called the RCMP shortly after to file a report.

There does appear to be water on the ground like someone tried to put out the fire.

A pair of men’s pajamas, a can and a piece of cardboard also appear near the fire. It’s not known exactly when the fire occurred.

Police and fire have not commented on the blaze yet.

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Monique Tamminga

About the Author: Monique Tamminga

Monique brings 20 years of award-winning journalism experience to the role of editor at the Penticton Western News. Of those years, 17 were spent working as a senior reporter and acting editor with the Langley Advance Times.
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