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East Peoria House Fire Electrical Cause | Peoria News
A fire erupted in a single-story home on Gardner Avenue in East Peoria around 3 PM Sunday, sending thick smoke and flames into the air — but everyone escaped safely before firefighters arrived. With downed power lines complicating the scene, crews quickly brought the blaze under control in 30 minutes and stayed for hours to ensure it was fully extinguished. Though no injuries occurred, three adults are now displaced and are being assisted by the American Red Cross. Authorities determined the fire was caused by electrical issues, leaving the home with an estimated $80,000 in damage — a…
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