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HOUSE FIRE LEAVES NO SURVIVORS
Tragedy struck Ponyville late last night, as an intense fire broke out in the Mash residence. Firefighters were unable to effectively combat the blaze, nor were they able to enter the house to make rescue attempts. It has gone on record as one of the deadliest fires in Ponyville's 80-year history.
With firefighting measures proving useless, the inferno burned unchallenged, until the frame of the house collapsed in on itself at 3:20 AM, two hours after it was reported. The fire department's worst fears were becoming more and more of a reality when no remains of the occupants were found. All four members of the Mash family were thought to be inside, and are presumed dead.
Very little survived the fire and subsequent collapse of the house. Of what remains, the most intact item is an old pong machine. It is not known what started the fire, although 8-year old Button Mash was known for enjoying the Silly Filly Train Sets, which have been prone to spontaneous combustion.
"Button Mash was an avid gamer, and he will be missed dearly by the community." Princess Luna offered in a statement. Button's last major appearance was with Princess Luna as he helped with the 24-hour LAN Party in honor of Luna's estranged sister, Princess Molestia.