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Local Firefighters Take Oakland Fire As Warning

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The Oakland "Ghost Ship" fire killed 36 people, by the most recent count.

It is horrifying to all, but of particular concern to fire officials.  Because a similar tragedy could occur in just about anyplace where people gather, if their gathering places are not meant to handle crowds. 

Ashland Fire Marshal Margueritte Hickman and Grants Pass Fire Marshal Joe Hyatt are among the fire experts in our region asking for public caution.  They join us to talk about their concerns. 

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Geoffrey Riley is a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism and has hosted the Jefferson Exchange on JPR since 2009. He's been a broadcaster in the Rogue Valley for more than 35 years, working in both television and radio.