Inside Self-Storage

Virginia Self-Storage Fire Caused by Tenant Trying to Keep Snakes Warm

A fire at a self-storage facility in Chesapeake, Va., that destroyed 32 units Dec. 22 was likely started by a tenant using heat lamps to warm snakes he was storing in his unit. Capt. Scott Saunders of the Chesapeake Fire Department told the source that a unit at Brentwood ...More

January 2, 2013

Posted in News

Arson Cause of Fire at Auburn, Wash., Self-Storage Facility

A four-alarm fire that ignited last week at Auburn Way Self-Storage in Auburn, Wash., was determined to be arson by the Valley Regional Fire Authority. Officials said someone intentionally lit the fire in a storage unit but declined to say the method or source, citing the ...More

July 16, 2012

Posted in News, Management

Self-Storage Fire Destroys $200K in 'Gone With the Wind' Collectibles

A fire at Hudson Self Storage in Henry County, Ga., late last week destroyed an estimated $200,000 worth of memorabilia from the movie "Gone With the Wind," as well as the facility office, manager's apartment and a climate-control building. ...More

February 14, 2012

Posted in News, Management

Musicians Bemoan Fire Damage at Washington State Self-Storage Facility

A fire at a self-storage facility in Everett, Wash., resulted in one death and thousands of dollars in destroyed possessions, but it's also affecting local musicians, as the facility had grown a reputation as a hospitable place for band practices and gatherings. ...More

December 30, 2011

Posted in News, Management

State Recommends $415,000 in Fines for Company Involved in Explosion at Waikele Self Storage

The investigation into the April 8 explosion at Waikele Self Storage in Hawaii found several safety violations led to the death of five men. The state has recommended hefty fines against the company. ...More

October 5, 2011

Posted in News, Legal Issues, Management

Fire at IN Self-Storage Facility Destroys Building, 50 Units

A fire at Reserve Storage in Griffith, Ind., destroyed an entire building, but was contained before spreading to other buildings on the property. ...More

September 27, 2011

Posted in News, Management

Debris Starts Fire at NY Westy Self Storage Under Construction

A pile of debris may have started a fire Wednesday at a Westy Self Storage under construction in White Plains, N.Y. ...More

August 25, 2011

Posted in News, Management

Firefighter Made Ill by Chemical Splash at Ormond Beach Self-Storage Facility

A firefighter who responded to a call at Simply Self Storage in Ormond Beach, Fla., on Sunday got sick after a chemical splashed on him at the scene. ...More

August 16, 2011

Posted in News, Management

4 Units Destroyed in Fire at Desert Self Storage in CA

A fire at Desert Self Storage in Desert Hot Springs, Calif., Friday destroyed four units. ...More

August 10, 2011

Posted in News, Management

Dynamite Blasting Caps Found at Oregon Self-Storage Facility

An employee at Stow Away Mini Storage in Sutherlin, Ore., discovered detonators for dynamite in a unit Thursday. ...More

July 19, 2011

Posted in News, Management