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    Christmas Eve Fire Damages Texas Church

    Jan. 1, 2013
    Photo by Glen E. Ellman/FortWorthFire.com
    Fort Worth Church Fire 1 10846905

    Fire broke out in Fort Worth Church about 7:30 a.m. on Christmas Eve.

    Crews found smoke and flames coming from the roof of the Chinese Baptist Church at 4625 Granbury Road.

    A second alarm was called and close to 30 units responded.

    The fire caused extensive damage to the sanctuary area.

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