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Arson damages 2 homes under construction, 1 newly built in northeast Edmonton

Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) said two homes under construction and one home that was recently completed have been destroyed by fire in Edmonton's Cy Becker neighbourhood. Global News

Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) said two homes under construction and one home that was recently completed have been destroyed by fire in Edmonton’s Cy Becker neighbourhood.

A spokesperson told Global News crews were called to 176 Avenue and 48 Street around 2:44 a.m. Saturday. Additional crews were called to the scene less than 10 minutes later when the call was upgraded.

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EFRS said the fire was under control by 3:30 a.m.

The agency later confirmed the fire was deliberately set, however an estimate on the amount of damage caused was not available. No injuries were reported.

Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) said two homes under construction and one home that was recently completed have been destroyed by fire in Edmonton’s Cy Becker neighbourhood. Global News

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