Coverage dated October 1, 2026

Albert Lea hotel closes following room fire caused by arson

Headline from KAAL Rochester

(ABC 6 News) — Albert Lea Fire and Rescue says a hotel has closed following a room fire that the department says was caused by arson. The City of Albert Lea and the hotel owner made the decision to close the hotel after an inspection found health hazards life safety issues on Sept. 29th. This […]

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  1. KAAL Rochester

    Albert Lea home fire investigated as arson, $10,000 in damage (opens KAAL Rochester)

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    (ABC 6 News) – Albert Lea fire crews say a house fire caused $10,000 in damage and is being investigated as arson. Officials with Albert Lea Fire Rescue say crews were called to 718 Cedar Avenue on Thursday at 12:11 a.m. after a report of heavy smoke coming from a room in the home. When […]

  2. KAAL Rochester

    Albert Lea hotel closes following room fire caused by arson (opens KAAL Rochester)

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    (ABC 6 News) — Albert Lea Fire and Rescue says a hotel has closed following a room fire that the department says was caused by arson. The City of Albert Lea and the hotel owner made the decision to close the hotel after an inspection found health hazards life safety issues on Sept. 29th. This […]

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