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Family of three killed in Union Gap house fire

YFD Capt. Jeremiah Stilley described the scene as a "cold smoke event" where a fire consumes all of the oxygen in an enclosed area and puts itself out, leaving the
A tragic house fire in Union Gap, Washington, claimed the lives of a family of three early Sunday morning. The fire, which started around 2:45 a.m., completely engulfed the home by the time firefighters arrived. Despite the efforts of the Yakima County Fire District 1 and other responding units, the intense flames and smoke prevented rescue operations. The victims were identified as a mother, father, and their young child. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, but initial reports suggest it might have originated in the living room. The community has rallied to support the extended family, with a GoFundMe page set up to help with funeral expenses and other immediate needs.

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