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Discarded Fireworks Ignite Two South Metro Denver House Fires, Displacing Families

Officials urge residents to soak spent fireworks thoroughly to prevent embers from reigniting fires

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Overview

  • Both July 5 blazes in Stonegate and Littleton have been fully contained with no serious injuries to people or pets.
  • South Metro Fire Rescue joined Douglas County deputies and Littleton officers to evacuate residents and rescue multiple pets.
  • Investigators found that embers from used fireworks stored in plastic bins triggered the fires at Pebblewood Court and South Crocker Way.
  • The first fire destroyed a garage and vehicle and damaged an upstairs bedroom, while the second forced crews to cut ceiling holes to halt attic flames.
  • Affected families remain displaced as they await repairs and officials continue to warn about safe fireworks disposal practices.