| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE |
| City of Duluth Fire Department |
| 411 West First Street, Duluth, Minnesota 55802 |
| 218-730-4400 | www.duluthmn.gov | John Strongitharm, Fire Chief |
| For more information contact the Fire Department at 218-730-4391 |
DATE: 07/31/2012 |
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NATURE OF INCIDENT: Structure Fire at 817 N. 56th Ave W. |
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CASE NO.: 12-006021 |
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INCIDENT
DATE :07/31/2012 |
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INCIDENT
TIME: 01:09 |
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INCIDENT
LOCATION: 817 N. 56th Ave. W. |
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SUBJECT: Structure Fire at 817 N. 56th Ave W |
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BY: Assistant Chief's Office |
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At 0109 this morning, the Duluth Fire Department responded to a report of debris burning. Upon arrival, 8 Engine from West Duluth reported what remained of a fully involved garage fire. The fire consumed the garage prior to our arrival. In addition, the neighboring garage also received damage due to the intensity of the flames.
There were no injuries reported, and total dollar loss is estimated at $30,000. Several power lines were damaged by the fire, and Minnesota Power crews were on scene working to restore service to the affected homes.
The Duluth Fire Marhsal's office is on scene investigating as to the origin and cause of the blaze.