Four people die in Grand Meadow house fire; investigation continues
Four people died in a house fire on First Street Northeast in Grand Meadow, in Mower County, on Sunday, November 8, after crews were called just before 11:30 a.m. and found smoke coming from the home. Authorities have not released the victims' names or said how the fire started or how the four died. Investigators include the Mower County Sheriff's Office and the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. Officials plan an update at 3 p.m. Monday.
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Why it matters
The fire has affected several families in a small southeastern Minnesota community, and officials have asked the public to respect their privacy. Names will be released only after next of kin are notified.
What to watch
Officials plan to release more information at 3 p.m. Monday, November 9.
Sources
- FOX 9: Grand Meadow house fire leaves 4 dead, BCA investigating
- CBS Minnesota: 4 dead in Grand Meadow house fire, sheriff says
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