17 horses killed in barn fire at Saratoga Casino Hotel Harness Track - CBS News

Published
June 17, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Saratoga Springs, New York
backstretch area of the harness racetrack
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Incident type
Fire

Summary

Vehicle Fire Saratoga Springs New York in Saratoga Springs, New York: A barn fire broke out around 2:30 a.m. in the backstretch area of the Saratoga Casino Hotel Harness Track, killing 17 horses and injuring another. No people were harmed, and the blaze was contained before spreading to other barns.

Original reporting

17 horses killed in barn fire at Saratoga Casino Hotel Harness Track - CBS News

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