A woman has been arrested for allegedly committing arson after an investigation showed that a mobile home in Eckles Township was intentionally set on fire early Thursday morning.
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As fire chief, I have had the opportunity to meet many people along the journey. I have found value in every interaction. I have been humbled and educated and gained new insights at other moments.
Two juveniles were charged with arson related to the fire, which caused $75 million in damage ($245 million in 2024 dollars). However, charges were later dropped. Why?
Preliminary investigation showed that a propane tank had been leaking inside the metal storage unit. According to a GoFundMe started by a family member, all five of the young boys were in stable condition as of Tuesday morning.
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Multiple emergency responders, farmers, ranchers, oil workers and others worked to put out the fires, authorities said. A firefighter said a blaze near Arnegard looked like "Armageddon."
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