Squirrel Flambé Sparks Fire in Oklahoma

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The discussion revolves around an incident in Oklahoma where a squirrel caused a fire by shorting out power lines. Participants share reactions, humorous comments, and references to pop culture.

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  • A participant reports on the incident involving a squirrel that shorted out power lines and caused a fire, expressing sympathy for the squirrel and affected homeowners.
  • Another participant humorously suggests the idea of "terrorists training suicide squirrels," indicating a playful tone in the discussion.
  • Several participants share a picture of "jedi squirrels," with one expressing affection for the image and another referencing the Star Wars theme.
  • There is a playful exchange about the nature of the squirrels, with one participant suggesting that only one squirrel is a "Sith," while another questions the reference to "Star Wars Tree."

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Participants generally engage in light-hearted banter without reaching a consensus on the seriousness of the incident or the implications of the squirrel's actions.

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The discussion includes humorous speculation and references to pop culture, which may detract from a serious analysis of the incident.

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A squirrel shorted out two power lines, burst into flames, fell to ground, then caused a big fire in Jones Oklahoma.

I'm guessing the squirrel didn't fare too well. Neither did the folks whose homes burned.
 
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Terrorists training suicide squirrels?
 
http://www.insidesocal.com/friendlyfire/jedi_squirrels.jpg
 
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jim mcnamara said:
A squirrel shorted out two power lines, burst into flames, fell to ground,
:cry:

mgb_phys said:
http://www.insidesocal.com/friendlyfire/jedi_squirrels.jpg
I[/URL] love that picture!
 
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Evo said:
:cry:

I love that picture!
Careful, Evo. Your squirrels are all Siths.
 
turbo-1 said:
Careful, Evo. Your squirrels are all Siths.

I think only one of them is a Sith.

Isn't that from Star Wars Tree?
 
LowlyPion said:
I think only one of them is a Sith.

Isn't that from Star Wars Tree?
:rolleyes: Oh, boooooo!
 

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