Fire Destroys Property, Machinery at Farmstead Near Hankinson

A large machine shed and its contents were destroyed in a fire at a farm south of Hankinson.

The fire broke out last night at the Rory Ceroll Farm.

Fire departments from four communities battled the blaze in white-out conditions.

The shed contained semi’s, tractors, a combine, and other equipment.

A damage estimate is not available but is expected to be substantial.

One firefighter was treated at the scene for smoke inhalation. A cause has not been determined.