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1 dead in Forest Lake car fire, investigation underway
By Cory Knudsen at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 28, 2026
· 1 min read
One person is dead after a car fire in the driveway of a Forest Lake home on Saturday night.
At 11:38 p.m., Forest Lake fire officials responded to a vehicle fire on the 100 block of Fifth Street Northwest.
In the driveway of a home, crews found a car on fire with one person inside. The For...
Key takeaway , Forest Lake fire officials responded to a vehicle fire on the 100 block of Fifth Street Northwest.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The fatal car fire in Forest Lake's residential area raises concerns about public safety in the community. As the Minnesota State Fire Marshal's Office investigates the cause of the fire, residents may be wondering about the potential risks and preventive measures that can be taken. Forest Lake's fire department has demonstrated a swift response in extinguishing the fire, but the outcome is a sobering reminder of the importance of fire safety awareness. The incident may also prompt local authorities to review emergency response protocols and consider additional safety measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future. With the investigation still underway, the community will be looking for answers and waiting to see what steps will be taken to ensure resident safety in Forest Lake and surrounding areas of the Twin Cities.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? One person is dead after a car fire in the driveway of a Forest Lake home on Saturday night.
At 11:38 p.m., Forest Lake fire officials responded to a vehicle fire on the 100 block of Fifth Street Northwest.
In the driveway of a home, crews found a car on fire with one person inside. The For...
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