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Oklahoma Wildland Fire Destroys Homes

Oklahoma got smacked again (from the Washington Post).

OKLAHOMA CITY -- Authorities took one man into custody on suspicion of arson and were searching for another after a wildfire in southwestern Oklahoma destroyed at least 30 homes and forced the evacuation of two schools, a nursing home and area businesses.

The fire was one of several fueled by gusty winds and high temperatures, and firefighters remained at the scene for a second day Thursday. Seven firefighters have been injured while fighting the blazes.

I feel for the homeowners' losses. If the person that was arrested is convicted, they should throw the book at him.

Posted March 2, 2006 09:12 AM  ·  Link   ·  Incidents

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