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Investigators warn about fire safety after fatal RV blaze

28.01.2026 16:42 1 min 1 source
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Investigators warn about fire safety after fatal RV blaze
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In Louisiana, investigators are probing a deadly RV fire that occurred at 10 a.m. Monday in the town of Reserve. A lithium battery is being considered as a potential cause, and the RV lacked a working smoke alarm. This marks the seventh fire-related fatality in the state within a week.

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Investigators warn about fire safety after fatal RV blaze

28.01.2026 KPEL 96.5 IS
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