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Man, dog killed after fake Christmas tree sparks fire in Daytona Beach home

Accidental fire caused by overused outlet, officials say

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – A man and dog were killed after a fake Christmas tree in a Daytona Beach home sparked a fire, according to officials.

The fire happened on Hillcrest Drive.

According to an incident report, someone called 911 around 11:30 a.m. Tuesday when they saw smoke coming out of the home.

The man and dog were later found inside.

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Officials said an artificial Christmas tree was plugged into an overused outlet and the State Fire Marshal concluded it was an accidental fire.


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