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Fireworks spark house fire in Seminole County

By Christie St. Vil
Published  July 5, 2024 12:06pm EDT
Seminole County
FOX 35 Orlando

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LONGWOOD, Fla. - Used fireworks are to blame for a house fire that displaced several residents at a Seminole County home on the evening of the 4th of July, officials said. 

The Seminole County Fire Department said it happened Thursday night at a home located at 2416 Alqua Drive in Longwood.

Many people were inside the home at the time of the fire. No one was injured.

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Authorities said the fire was most likely started by used fireworks left in the garage. 

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Fireworks sparked a house fire in Seminole County on the night of the fourth of July. (Photo: Seminole County Fire Department)

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The fire was mainly in the garage area, but officials said "smoke and water damage extended into the house as well,".