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Inflatable Gorilla Sparks Houston Stripmall Fire
HOUSTON — Fire department officials say an out-of-control inflatable gorilla is blamed for a rooftop blaze at a Houston shopping center.
No injuries were reported in the fire early Thursday. The remnants of the inflatable gorilla were seen at the site.
District Chief Fred Hooker says some type of a "blowup doll" was on the roof, the item deflated and landed on some lights, leading to the fire.
Fire authorities say two stores suffered minor water damage. Part of the rooftop also was seen to have suffered fire damage.
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No injuries were reported in the fire early Thursday. The remnants of the inflatable gorilla were seen at the site.
District Chief Fred Hooker says some type of a "blowup doll" was on the roof, the item deflated and landed on some lights, leading to the fire.
Fire authorities say two stores suffered minor water damage. Part of the rooftop also was seen to have suffered fire damage.
Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
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