ALBERT LEA, Minn. – Multiple pets died during a house fire Monday night in Albert Lea. The fire happened at 203 Giles Place and the occupants of the home were able to safely escape. Two dogs and two cats died as a result of the fire, which caused $50,000 in damage. Preliminary findings by Albert Lea Fire Rescue point to batteries charging in the kitchen area as the cause of the fire, but said the investigation continues.
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