At approximately 9:10 p.m. on Monday, November 9, the Grand Forks Fire Department responded to 2250 Mill Road for a report of an active fire reported by employees.
Fire personnel arrived on scene to find heavy smoke coming from the building. Crews located an active fire in a large industrial dryer used for manufacturing purposes. Crews were able to contain and extinguish the fire. Damage was limited to the equipment involved. The cause of the fire was determined to be accidental.
The Grand Forks Fire Department responded with five engines, one ladder truck, and a command vehicle with 17 personnel. No fire personnel were injured during the incident. One employee was transported to the hospital for evaluation. The Fire Department was assisted on scene by Altru Ambulance, Grand Forks Police Department, and building representatives.
