Seattle house fire from smouldering ashes

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Sprinter

Sprinter

Minister of Fire
Jul 1, 2012
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SW Washington
Sometimes we need a reminder. This time it's a fire caused by improper disposal of ashes. No people were hurt, but the family dog was killed when the owners were away.

Please be careful.
 
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Sprinter said:
Sometimes we need a reminder. This time it's a fire caused by improper disposal of ashes. No people were hurt, but the family dog was killed when the owners were away.

Please be careful.
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Every year we read about this happening! Be careful with your ashes out there!

Ray
 
:( :-(
 
I couldn't find that story on Google, but I found plenty of others. Says something...
 
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