Tragic RV Fire Claims Lives of Five Dogs at Florida Dog Show
TL;DR
Five prized boxers died in an RV fire at the Florida State Fairgrounds, where the American Kennel Club All-Breed Dog Show was scheduled to take place. The fire broke out on Tuesday afternoon and quickly engulfed the motor home, resulting in the deaths of the show dogs. No humans were injured, and investigators believe the fire was an accident. Bystanders attempted to enter the RV to remove the dogs, but refrained due to smoke. The AKC dog show was scheduled to take place from June 14 to June 18.
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