Investigators: Sun Valley's Flora Fire Accidental

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Reno fire investigators say a fire that destroyed 2 homes and three outbuildings in Sun Valley Monday started by accident.

Investigators say the Flora Fire was caused by sparks from overhead electric power lines in high winds.

The fire, which burned less than an acre, also damaged a third home, and burned two carports.

REMSA crews treated one firefighter for smoke inhalation and provided oxygen to a resident who needed it after electricity was turned off to the person's home.

The cause of Sunday's fire on Chocolate Drive in Sun Valley remains under investigation.

Written by Kellene Stockwell

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