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Delaware Fire Destroys 3 Mobile Homes, Displaces 16

Authorities say a fire at Dover mobile home park has destroyed three house trailers and displaced 16 people.

The Delaware State Fire Marshal's Office says blaze was reported around 2:30 a.m. Friday at the Grandview Mobile Home Park on Little Creek Road. When firefighters arrived, they found one home engulfed and flames spreading to two neighboring homes.

Officials say 16 people, including eight children, were able to escape from the three homes and no injuries were reported.

The American Red Cross is providing emergency shelter and supplies. Officials say damage is estimated at $30,000.

Copyright AP - Associated Press
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