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Excavator destroyed after fire sparks in Carroll County

By James Dalpino,

14 days ago

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CARROLL COUNTY, Va. ( WFXR ) — The Hillsville Fire Department reports an excavator was lost after catching fire on Tuesday, April 16.

Fire officials say crews were dispatched to Sandy Level Road at 1:23 p.m. after a report that an excavator was on fire. On the scene, the excavator was found with smoke and heavy flames.

Crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire; however, the machine was deemed a total loss.

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After the fire was out, overhaul was completed using foam and the fire department reports also containing a fuel leak.

No injuries have currently been reported.

WFXR News will update you with more information if it becomes available.

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