Fire Erupts Near Denny Hamlin’s $9.7M Home

Mansion Fire Scare

Denny Hamlin's home faced danger when a lawn mower erupted in flames, sending smoke billowing near his $9.7M mansion.

Quick Fire Response

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Lawn Left Scorched

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Captured on Instagram

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Vegas Casino Adventure

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Close Call at Daytona

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Suarez’s Car Ablaze

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Massive Daytona Wreck

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Hamlin Reflects on Fire

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Hamlin’s Fire Scares

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