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Crime & Safety

Lakeville Fire Battled Electrical Fire, Gas Leak

Tip: If an appliance smokes or has an unusual smell, unplug it immediately and have it repaired.

FIRE REPORT

From March 4 to March 10, the Lakeville Fire Department responded to 14 calls for service including 1 electrical fire, 2 medicals, 3 motor vehicle accidents w/injuries, 1 gas leak, 1 overheated motor, 3 good intents and 3 false alarms. 

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  • If an appliance smokes or has an unusual smell, unplug it immediately and have it repaired. 
  • Replace frayed or cracked electrical cords and don’t overload extension cords. They should not be run under rugs. 
  • Never tamper with the fuse box or use the improper size fuse. 
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