Tragic Columbia Townhouse Fire Claims Teen's Life
TL;DR
A fatal fire in a townhouse on Shell Flower Lane in Columbia claimed the life of 15-year-old resident Katie Chase, with two others transported to the hospital for evaluation. The fire, which was determined to be accidental, was brought under control in about 20 minutes by firefighters. The Red Cross has been requested to assist the home's residents, and investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing.
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- Police identify victim in fatal fire on Shell Flower Way Howard County Government
- Columbia townhouse fire leaves teen dead, 2 injured WBAL TV Baltimore
- Community grieving following death of 15-year-old in Columbia fire: 'Really struggling' CBS Baltimore
- 15-year-old girl killed during fire at Howard Co. town house WTOP
- One dead. two hospitalized in Columbia fire Baltimore Sun
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