The fire hydrant inventor died in a house fire. The nearest hydrant to his house was broken. Firefighters couldn't get water to save him. His own invention could have saved his life.
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Ironic TwistsFeb 04, 2026
The man who invented the fire hydrant died in a house fire because the nearest fire hydrant was broken and firefighters couldn't get water.
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