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1 hospitalized after 3 public works trucks catch fire in SW Miami-Dade
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk Rubén Rosario , as published by WSVN 7 News
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the incident, including the patient's condition, are available from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and other local sources.
A fire broke out in Southwest Miami -Dade, involving three public works vehicles. The incident occurred near an intersection, where a crane was in use. Paramedics took an adult to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital for treatment.
The cause of the fire is under investigation, but it appears to be related to contact with power lines. Fire crews were able to extinguish the flames. Further details about the incident, including the patient's condition, are available from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and other local sources.
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Category: safety Published: July 30, 2026 Source: WSVN 7 News Reading time: 1 min
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