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Washington business owner buys fire engine to defend community from wildfires

A business owner in Washington has purchased a fire engine for community wildfire defense. The report indicates a local response effort rather than a confirmed large-scale disaster.

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Private emergency equipment highlights wildfire risks and possible strain on public response resources.

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  1. Washington business owner buys fire engine to defend community from wildfire threat ↗kiro7.com · Recorded source date: Aug 26, 2026, 8:47 PM UTC

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