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Fire investigators believe fireworks could have played a role in Myrtle Street fire

Fire investigators believe fireworks could have played a role in Myrtle Street fire

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MANCHESTER,N.H.- Fire investigators believe fireworks may have played a role in a three-alarm fire this past Friday on Myrtle Street which ended up causing $400,000 in damages.

According to the Manchester Fire Marshal evidence is suggesting fireworks could have been a factor and are now looking to the public for answers, as anyone who may have witnessed the fire or has any photos or videos is encouraged to contact authorities.

Fire officials say crews responded Friday afternoon to 155 Myrtle Street a little after 3 p.m. and to flames coming from the roof, however crews were able to get the fire under control by about 5 p.m.

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Fire investigators believe fireworks could have played a role in Myrtle Street fire

Fire officials are looking to the public for help as they investigate Friday's three-alarm fire which ended up causing $400,000 in damages.