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Dog Starts House Fire, Pets Lost | Washington DC News
A Maryland family lost three beloved pets in a house fire sparked by their own dog, Bo, who jumped on the counter and accidentally turned on a toaster. The family was away when the blaze erupted, but neighbors rescued two other dogs while Dakota and two cats perished. Security footage confirmed the accident, and the house suffered $200K in damage. This isn’t an isolated case—similar pet-triggered fires have occurred recently, including one in Connecticut. With 26 deadly fires reported in Maryland this year alone, these incidents serve as a sobering reminder to stay vigilant about household…
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