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Brazilian suffers burns in fire that destroyed motorhome in Argentina

12.01.2026 08:30 1 min 1 source
Nuevo Diario Web SPA
Brazilian suffers burns in fire that destroyed motorhome in Argentina
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A motorhome converted from a van, carrying three Brazilian tourists, was completely destroyed by fire in Argentina. The blaze, which started in the engine compartment likely due to a short circuit, caused one occupant to sustain minor burns after re-entering the vehicle to retrieve belongings.

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Brazilian suffers burns in fire that destroyed motorhome in Argentina

12.01.2026 Nuevo Diario Web SPA

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