On Saturday night, the State Fair of Texas in Dallas was evacuated after reports of a shooting. One suspect is in custody, and the Dallas Police Department is continuing to investigate the incident. The fairgrounds were evacuated, and the fair, which had drawn a record crowd of over 2.5 million attendees last year, was scheduled to run through next weekend.
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On Tuesday afternoon, firefighters responded to an RV fire at the Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa, resulting in the death of five dogs. Bystanders attempted to get inside the RV, but were unable due to the intensity of the flames and smoke. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but appears to have been accidental. The American Kennel Club expressed their condolences and urged everyone to be aware of their surroundings and take steps to prevent fires.