Arizona Grandmother Dies From Burns After Fire Pit Incident
In Prescott Valley, Arizona, a grandmother named Tammy Dodson died from catastrophic burns sustained in a fire pit explosion. The incident occurred when gasoline was allegedly poured onto a dwindling fire, causing an explosion that engulfed her in flames. She…
Lafayette, IN, October 12, 2026 — A fatal incident involving a fire pit explosion has claimed the life of a Prescott Valley, Arizona grandmother. Tammy Dodson passed away 10 days after sustaining severe burns in the event, which occurred just one day before her 59th birthday.
According to preliminary details, the incident took place when gasoline was reportedly poured onto a dwindling fire. This action allegedly led to an explosion that engulfed Ms. Dodson in flames.
The severity of her injuries resulted in catastrophic burns, and she succumbed to them approximately 10 days later. The family of Tammy Dodson is reportedly preparing to mark her 59th birthday, which she would have celebrated the day following her death.
Authorities in Prescott Valley have confirmed that an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fire pit explosion is currently underway. Further details regarding the incident are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Story summarized from the original created by Molly McBride, Gray News staff on www.wlfi.com, see more information here.
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