Multiple U.S. Structure Fires Leave Properties Damaged, Investigated
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United States — Fire departments responded to fires across multiple states. In Le Mars, Iowa, crews battled a house fire late Saturday investigators attributed to reckless use of a flammable liquid in a garage; three minors escaped and pets were rescued. In Knoxville, Tennessee, crews extinguished a business fire Sunday within ten minutes while investigators examine the cause. In Springfield, Illinois, and Las Cruces, New Mexico, early Monday fires caused property damage with no injuries reported. In Rhodesdale, Maryland, a barn fire Jan. 12 killed one dog and caused about $200,000 in losses. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. Sunday evening: Knoxville business fire reported and extinguished within ten minutes; investigation ongoing.
- 2. Late weekend: Le Mars, Iowa house fire occurred; three minors escaped and pets rescued; police cite reckless flammable-liquid use.
- 3. Early Monday, Jan. 12: Rhodesdale, Maryland barn fire investigated by State Fire Marshal; one dog died; ~$200,000 loss estimated.
- 4. Early Monday morning: Springfield, Illinois fire response at 3:38 a.m.; firefighters extinguished blaze over two hours; cause not provided.
- 5. Early Monday, Jan. 12: Las Cruces, New Mexico apartment fire extinguished; occupant exited without injury; cause under investigation.
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