Fireworks Blamed For Blaze In Batesville

BATESVILLE – Investigators say the misuse of fireworks caused a blaze in Batesville on Saturday.

Batesville Fire Chief Todd Schutte said the department responded to a fire report at 6:55 p.m. in the 300 block of Eastern Avenue.

Eight firefighters from Batesville and seven from Morris were able to put out the blaze limiting the fire to minimal exterior damage.

The investigation was complete by Monday as Schutte said fireworks caused the fire.