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Two fatal camper fires: Kentucky and Vermont incidents claim lives

08.06.2026 01:13 2 min 5 sources
WPSD Local 6 ISL + 4 more
Two fatal camper fires: Kentucky and Vermont incidents claim lives
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In Brief

Two separate camper fires in the US have resulted in fatalities. A 73-year-old man died in Kevil, Kentucky, and another person perished in Sharon, Vermont. Investigations are ongoing.

Kevil, Kentucky Fire

A 73-year-old Kevil resident died from injuries sustained in a camper fire. The incident occurred on County Line Road. Sources differ on the date: some report February 10, others January 26. Preliminary cause points to a heating source inside the van.

Sharon, Vermont Fire

A man died in a camper fire in Vermont. The incident happened on Sunday morning on Route 14 in Sharon. State police identified the victim. Preliminary investigation suggests improper handling of smoking materials as the cause.

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Man dies after camper fire in Kevil

29.01.2026 WPSD Local 6 ISL

Man dies days after camper fire in Kentucky

29.01.2026 https://www.kfvs12.com ISL

Man dies from injuries after camper fire in Kevil

29.01.2026 West Kentucky Star HRV

Man dies in travel trailer fire in Vermont

29.01.2026 The White River Valley Herald - Serving the Communities of V... HRV

Police identify victim in fatal Sharon camper fire

28.01.2026 https://www.wcax.com ISL

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