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One person dies in Lee County house fire
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· November 5, 2026
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One person died in a house fire Wednesday morning in Lee County, the sheriff’s office said.A 911 caller reported the fire at about 9 a.m. in the 1400 block of
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Key takeaway A 911 caller reported the fire at about 9 a.
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