Fire at vacant Morton Elementary School in Benton Harbor; roof collapses, part condemned for safety.

A fire broke out at the vacant Morton Elementary School in Benton Harbor, causing the roof to collapse and resulting in part of the school being condemned for safety reasons. Firefighters managed to control the fire within 40 minutes, but the roof eventually collapsed. The cause of the fire is under investigation, with evidence suggesting it may have been arson. The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety is seeking information on the incident.

March 25, 2024
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