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Barn Fire in Garfield, Minnesota Destroys Structure, Kills Numerous Animals

Investigators are probing the cause and say foul play is not suspected.

Overview

  • Deputies were called shortly before noon Wednesday to 4136 Utopia Drive NW in rural Garfield.
  • Firefighters from Garfield extinguished visible flames with mutual aid from Alexandria and Brandon departments.
  • The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office reports the barn is a total loss.
  • Numerous animals died in the blaze, and no human injuries were reported.
  • North Memorial Ambulance assisted at the scene as the investigation continues.