Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — We have an update on a fire incident reported late Sunday afternoon near Red River High School and the Blue Line Arena in Grand Forks. Fire crews responded quickly and successfully extinguished a dumpster fire before it could spread to nearby structures.
Eyewitnesses say the blaze was dangerously close to a building, sparking brief concern. However, thanks to a fast and effective response by the Grand Forks Fire Department, the fire was contained with no reported injuries and no structural damage at this time.
The cause of the fire remains unknown, and it’s unclear whether it was accidental or deliberately set. Authorities are expected to investigate further. We’ll bring you updates if more details emerge.
I’m Chris Harper, and I’m reporting for TRF News.
🧠 Did You Know?
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Dumpster fires can reach temperatures over 1,000°F, enough to ignite nearby buildings.
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In urban areas, dumpster fires are among the most common suspicious fire calls.
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Grand Forks has over 10 public schools within a 5-mile radius, increasing sensitivity to nearby fires.