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Franklin fire officials report major Compass Park apartment fire; multi‑trade investigation set

Franklin Fire Merit Commission · May 11, 2026
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Assistant Fire Chief Preston told the commission that a nearly completed apartment at the Compass Park/Youngs Creek complex burned; multiple mutual‑aid departments assisted and a formal investigation with insurers and trade representatives will begin next Monday.

Assistant Fire Chief Preston told the Franklin Fire Merit Commission that a serious fire damaged a nearly completed building at the Compass Park (Youngs Creek) complex, formerly the Indiana Masonic Home. Preston said Franklin crews fought the blaze alongside mutual‑aid partners and that no new equipment purchases are planned at this time.

Preston said the building was under…

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