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Man dies trying to save his camper from burning in Palmetto

06.05.2026 14:04 1 min 1 source РУС
https://www.mysuncoast.com HRV

One person died overnight in Palmetto, Florida, while attempting to extinguish a fire at their camper. The fire occurred off 39th Street East, with North River Fire District responding just before 1 a.m. The victim's sister told firefighters he was last seen walking toward the fire with a garden hose. The cause is under investigation but appears accidental.

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Man dies trying to save his camper from burning in Palmetto

06.05.2026 https://www.mysuncoast.com HRV Original source

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