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Refrigerator Short Circuit Sparks Fire, Kills Four in Karnataka
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Story summary
- A short circuit in a refrigerator sparked a fire that killed four family members in Karnataka, India.
- The blaze occurred on September 14, 2026, in Belagavi's Chavatgalli neighborhood.
- Gajanan Damone (65), Sharada Damone (45), Bharati Damone (50) and Roshan Damone (21) died.
- Priya Damone (28) and Ganga Damone (25) were hospitalized with serious injuries.
- Police suspect a high-voltage surge ignited the refrigerator, prompting senior officers to launch an investigation.