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Coverage dated September 26, 2024

A man trying to cremate his dog sparked a wildfire in Colorado, authorities say

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Authorities say the cremation ceremony started the fire on Aug. 1 that caused about $200,000 in damages.

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  1. KTVB Boise

    A man trying to cremate his dog sparked a wildfire in Colorado, authorities say (opens KTVB Boise)

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    Authorities say the cremation ceremony started the fire on Aug. 1 that caused about $200,000 in damages.

  2. The Oregonian

    Wildfire in Colorado sparked by man attempting to cremate his dog, authorities say (opens The Oregonian)

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    The pet's cremation got out of control when a spray can the suspect threw into the blaze blew and lit a tree on fire, officials said.

  3. FOX 35 Orlando

    Man allegedly trying to cremate his dog sparks Colorado wildfire, officials say (opens FOX 35 Orlando)

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    The partially burned remains of a dog were found during officials' investigations into the cause of the fire.

  4. WSVN Miami

    A man trying to cremate his dog sparked a wildfire in Colorado, authorities say - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports (opens WSVN Miami)

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    NUCLA, Colo. (AP) — Wildfire investigators looking for the cause of blaze in western Colorado last month discovered the partially burned remains of a dog

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