By J.P. Antonacci, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, A car caught fire in a Port Dover parking lot earlier this month, and officials are at a loss to explain why. A sport utility vehicle parked in the Elmer Lewis Parkette off Main Street burst into flames around 10:30 p.m. on March 16, according to the Norfolk County Fire Department. Small popping sounds could be heard as flames devoured the driver’s side of the vehicle, sending several flaming pieces rolling along the asphalt. Firefighters were on scene within minutes of the 911 call and had the fire out about 10 minutes later. No other cars were damaged, and the flames did not spread to any nearby buildings. Norfolk OPP officers assessed the vehicle and interviewed several neighbours before having the dark-coloured SUV…
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