Five Fires Set In Manchester, NH Over Weekend

MANCHESTER, NH (CBS) -- Five fires were set over the weekend in Manchester, N.H.

The fire department says it has already seen more arsons this summer than last year.

The latest fire was at an abandoned house on Sunday.  Meanwhile Friday night, someone started four smaller fires within 15 minutes of each other.

WBZ NewsRadio 1030's Bernice Corpuz reports

While no one was hurt, the fires are drawing firefighters away from other emergencies.

The fire department is asking for the public's help.

"It is a concern," said Peter Lennon, an investigator with the fire department.  "We're asking everyone to be vigilant."

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