In Old Island Fumigation v. Barbee, a fumigation company sprayed two condominiums. Some of the fumes leaked, without Old Island's knowledge, into a third, unprotected condominium. In this case:

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Old Island was engaged in an ultrahazardous activity (fumigation) and it is therefore strictly liable for any harm resulting from the activity, regardless of fault or negligence. The fact that the harm occurred in a third condominium, unbeknownst to Old Island, does not alter its strict liability.

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