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State line delays blamed for fatal yard fire in Mercer county
A Virginia resident recounts a July 13 fire in Yards that crossed the state line and sparked disputes over which department would respond. Bluewell, Bramwell and Bluefield crews arrived late amid hydrant water shortages, harming rescue efforts and leveling the home. The woman lost belongings including heirloom photos and Barbie dolls and is staying with relatives as public support follows a moving starting over party.
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Cuppett
Virginia
West Virginia
Bluefield
Bluewell Fire Department
Bluewell
Mercer
Tazewell
Jim Hardy
Hardy
Brian
Falls Mills
Bob Hoge
Mercer County
Hoge
Bramwell
Nemours
Brian Hale
Tazewell County
Hale
Alvin Chilco
Bluewell Volunteer Fire Department
Chiko
Chilco
Bramwell Volunteer Fire Department
T.A
Buddy” Warden Jr
Charles Owens
Cowens
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