Deadly Conn. fire caused by old fireplace embers

Connecticut officials say a Christmas morning fire that killed a couple and three of their grandchildren was caused by old fireplace embers.

STAMFORD, Conn. (AP) — Connecticut officials say a Christmas morning fire that killed a couple and three of their grandchildren was caused by old fireplace embers.

Officials say the fire was an accident caused by hot fireplace embers that were discarded near a mudroom on the first floor of the house.