{"id":73327,"date":"2026-11-13T13:38:05","date_gmt":"2026-11-13T19:38:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/?p=73327"},"modified":"2026-11-13T13:38:05","modified_gmt":"2026-11-13T19:38:05","slug":"multiple-fire-crews-battle-stephen-building-center-fire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trfnews.i234.me\/wordpress\/multiple-fire-crews-battle-stephen-building-center-fire\/","title":{"rendered":"Multiple Fire Crews Battle Stephen Building Center Fire"},"content":{"rendered":"

Stephen, Minnesota<\/strong> (trfnews.i234.me<\/a>) \u2013 Multiple fire crews responded to a major fire reported at Stephen Building Center on Friday afternoon, November 13, 2026.<\/p>\n

An initial report described a major fire, with several fire crews working at the scene.<\/p>\n

Details about the emergency response remained limited Friday afternoon.<\/p>\n

Multiple Fire Departments Respond to Stephen Fire<\/h2>\n

The fire was reported at Stephen Building Center, a lumber and hardware business in Marshall County.<\/p>\n

Published business listings identify the business at 598 Pacific Avenue in Stephen, Minnesota.<\/p>\n

The exact location within the property where the fire started has not been confirmed.<\/p>\n

Multiple fire crews were reportedly present during the afternoon emergency response.<\/p>\n

The responding departments and the total number of firefighters have not yet been confirmed.<\/p>\n

It was also unclear when the fire started or when firefighters were first dispatched.<\/p>\n

The extent of the flames and the areas affected by the fire have not been officially confirmed.<\/p>\n

Damage and Injuries Remain Unknown<\/h2>\n

As of the initial report, no confirmed information was available about possible injuries.<\/p>\n

The amount of damage to Stephen Building Center has also not been established.<\/p>\n

Authorities have not released an official cause of the fire.<\/p>\n

It remains unclear whether the building suffered major structural damage or whether nearby properties were affected.<\/p>\n

No confirmed information was available about possible evacuations or the business’s reopening plans.<\/p>\n

Residents Urged to Avoid Emergency Scene<\/h2>\n

Residents should avoid the immediate fire scene while emergency crews are working.<\/p>\n

Drivers should use caution near emergency vehicles and follow any directions from firefighters or law enforcement.<\/p>\n

No specific road closures have been independently confirmed.<\/p>\n

Keeping the area clear allows emergency personnel to move vehicles and equipment safely.<\/p>\n

Anyone near smoke or other potentially dangerous conditions should move to a safe location.<\/p>\n

Stephen Fire Response Updates<\/h2>\n

Stephen is a community in Marshall County in northwestern Minnesota.<\/p>\n

The community has a volunteer fire department, according to the city’s official website.<\/p>\n

However, the initial report does not identify which fire departments responded to Friday’s incident.<\/p>\n

Residents can visit the City of Stephen’s official website<\/a> for local government information.<\/p>\n

The city’s department directory<\/a> also provides information about its volunteer fire services.<\/p>\n

Additional details about the fire’s cause, damage, and emergency response have not yet been confirmed.<\/p>\n

TRF News will update this developing story as verified information becomes available.<\/p>\n

I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News<\/a><\/p>\n

Copyright 2026 TRF News. All rights reserved.<\/small><\/p>\n

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