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Warren<\/strong> (trfnews.i234.me)<\/a> \u2014 A fire at the CHS grain elevator in Warren kept firefighters on scene for hours Wednesday. Crews were first called at about 4:15 a.m. on April 1. When they arrived, the structure was already fully engulfed.<\/p>\n

Fire Was Already Intense<\/h2>\n

Chief Johnston said flames were shooting from the top of the building. He said the whole structure was on fire when crews reached the scene. Smoke and embers spread far from the elevator. That raised early worries for nearby areas.<\/p>\n

Johnston said embers and smoke traveled nearly a quarter mile. Fire crews focused first on stopping the fire from spreading. They also worked to protect nearby property and keep the area safe.<\/p>\n

Highway Closed, Water Use Limited<\/h2>\n

The Marshall County Sheriff\u2019s Office<\/a> shut down a stretch of Highway 75. The closure ran from Warren to about one mile south of the city. Drivers were asked to stay away from the area.<\/p>\n

Residents were also asked to limit water use. The city wanted to keep enough pressure in the system for firefighting. Officials said no injuries were reported.<\/p>\n

Road updates for the area can be checked through Minnesota 511<\/a>. Company information for CHS<\/a> is also available online.<\/p>\n

Collapse Became Main Concern<\/h2>\n

Later in the day, the danger changed. Johnston said crews became more concerned about structural collapse. Firefighters began working to separate parts of the building. That allowed them to reach hot spots under burned debris.<\/p>\n

Safety remained the top issue as the operation continued. Firefighters and other first responders stayed on scene through the day. Ten other fire departments also helped at the fire.<\/p>\n

Cause Still Under Investigation<\/h2>\n

Investigators are still working to find the cause. Officials have not said what started the fire. The investigation remained active Wednesday as crews continued cleanup and suppression work.<\/p>\n

The fire caused major damage to the grain elevator. Officials have not released a damage estimate. More information is expected after the investigation moves forward.<\/p>\n

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

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