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Why Aren't Alarms Preventing FEMA Trailers From Exploding and Burning?

By Matt Robinson

Gambit | April 30, 2008

The trailers have alarms that warn of dangerous propane levels, but the alarms work only if they are properly installed and maintained.

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Tags: Hurricane Katrina, FEMA, trailers, explosions, housing & development

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