Couple’s house burns down in fire – but one tiny trick leaves bathroom untouched

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “I was amazed when I walked into their house and saw the bathroom on the main level,” Jacob Noxon, a computer specialist from Kansas, told Need To Know. “I always heard that a closed door could save a room from fire damage, but I have never gotten to witness it.” “Aside from some smoke damage, the room looked just like it did when we were over at their house for dinner, not even a week prior to this happening,” Mr Noxon added. “As devastating as a house fire is, it truly is fascinating to see how this works in person.” open image in gallery The interior of Jacob Noxon’s parents’ home after the fire “Without that door being shut, that room would have burned just as bad as the rest of the main floor of the house,” he continued. I hope they are ok.” Someone else added: “I always close every door when I leave the house, husband hates it!” Jess wrote: “Yep happened with my house, the guest room was the only room that didn’t burn.” “Thank you for letting me know this, cause I never knew,” commented one follower.