Detroit, MI – The sports world has been shocked by tragedy when Sheila Ford Hamp, owner of the Detroit Lions, and five of the team’s key athletes were involved in a tragic fire breakout today. The group had apparently assembled at a private home for a team-building activity when the tragedy happened.
Emergency services responded immediately, but the fire spread rapidly, making rescue efforts exceedingly difficult. Officials have not yet confirmed the number of people killed or injured, but preliminary indications indicate that an unsecured heat source or an electrical problem may have started the fire. The cause of the fire is being thoroughly investigated by authorities.
“We are devastated by this tragic event and are actively working with authorities to gather more information,” the Detroit Lions organization said in a brief statement. Everyone impacted by this tragic event is in our prayers and thoughts.
Social media has been used by NFL players and fans to show their support and shock. The league is set to observe a moment of quiet at future games in remembrance of those affected, and tributes are flooding in.
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