It was supposed to be just a cold front, a gentle nudge to remind us all that winter was on its way. But no, JanuaryBlaze had other plans. The temperature dropped 50°F in 5 minutes, causing the entire city's plumbing to freeze in unison. Water mains burst, hydrants exploded, and the fire department was on its way.
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