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17 horses died in a barn fire at Saratoga Harness Track near Nelson Ave.
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Saratoga, New York
Who
Robyn Mangiardi, Timothy Benson, Saratoga Casino Hotel
What
17 horses died in a barn fire at Saratoga Harness Track near Nelson Ave.
When
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:01:57 GMT · 7h 39m ago
Where
Saratoga, New York ·
Why
The fire broke out around 2:30 a.m. in the backstretch area of the Saratoga Casino Hotel harness racetrack and its cause remains under investigation.
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How this affects you
The fire resulted in the death of 17 horses, directly impacting their owners and the Saratoga racing community. Approximately 350 horses in nearby barns were safely evacuated, preventing further loss.
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