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Raging fire destroys old Warren Junior High, firefighters save Little Dribblers Gym
By CBS / Sinclair at KFDM (CBS / Sinclair) - Local News
· July 12, 2026
· 1 min read
First responders spent nearly 13 hours fighting a raging fire that consumed the old Warren Junior High School building, but they managed to save the Little Dribblers Gym, the only structure still in use at the campus.Tyl
Why this matters in The Beaumont
The preservation of the Little Dribblers Gym is a significant victory for the community, given its ongoing role in local youth sports and activities. This gym has been a hub for kids to develop their skills and engage in healthy competition, and its salvation ensures that these opportunities will continue. The loss of the old Warren Junior High School building, however, marks the end of an era for many Beaumont residents who attended school there. As the city moves forward, it will be crucial to determine the cause of the fire and assess the structural integrity of any remaining buildings on the campus to prevent similar incidents in the future. The city's response to this incident will also be closely watched, particularly in terms of how it plans to repurpose or redevelop the affected site, and what measures it will take to support the community in the aftermath of this devastating fire.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: KFDM (CBS / Sinclair) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? First responders spent nearly 13 hours fighting a raging fire that consumed the old Warren Junior High School building, but they managed to save the Little Dribblers Gym, the only structure still in use at the campus.Tyl
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