Fireworks Cause $2M Damage in St. Paul Apartment Fire

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A three-alarm fire heavily damaged an apartment building in St. Paul's Highland Park neighborhood, displacing about 30 residents and condemning all 17 units. Fireworks debris was found at the scene, and residents reported hearing fireworks before the flames erupted. Gusty winds contributed to the rapid spread of the fire, which also affected nearby trees and the building's attic space. Over 60 firefighters from 12 companies responded to the incident.
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