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Curious Dog Accidentally Starts House Fire in Colorado Springs

Home security footage reveals a pet's unexpected role in igniting a kitchen blaze, leading to important fire safety reminders.

  • The fire was caused when the dog turned on a stove burner, igniting nearby boxes.
  • Homeowners were awakened by an Apple HomePod alert and managed to extinguish the fire.
  • The male homeowner was hospitalized for smoke inhalation; no other injuries were reported.
  • Fire officials emphasize the importance of keeping combustibles away from stoves and having working smoke alarms.
  • The incident has prompted renewed calls for vigilance in home fire safety.
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