House fire on Clipper Street

A house fire at 204 Clipper St. in Kennett, allegedly caused by a resident falling asleep while smoking, is currently being addressed by first responders. Further updates will follow as details emerge.

A house fire at 204 Clipper St. at Kennett results in first reponders turning out.Photo by Steve Hankins, staff

Kennett first responders were at the scene of a house fire at 204 Clipper St. at approximately 5 p.m. Tuesday.

The blaze is alleged to have started as the result of a resident falling asleep while smoking, although that has has not been confirmed.

The Delta Dunklin Democrat will provide updates as information is

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