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Fort Worth fire and utility crews worked through the night at the historic Sandman Hotel. They continued their investigation into the cause of a powerful blast that injured 21 people.

Fort Worth fire and utility crews worked through the night at the historic Sandman Hotel. They continued their investigation into the cause of a powerful blast that injured 21 people.

Local fire departments and rescue teams were on standby in case anyone needed help.

The fires were reported Tuesday night and Wednesday afternoon on opposite ends of the old R. Vickery School building in the city’s Glenwood neighborhood.

The city of Fort Worth responded to about 20 fires over a seven-day period. Officials say the suspect confessed to setting several of them, but it's still unclear why he set them.