(Le Mars) — The Le Mars Fire and Rescue Department was called to a garage fire Friday afternoon at 18818 Hickory Ave. west of Le Mars. Upon arrival firefighters encountered a single stall one and one-half story garage that was fully engulfed. Firefighters fought a defensive fire protecting surrounding buildings and a corn field. The Akron Fire Department assisted at the scene with water and manpower. The fire was contained to the garage of origin. The cause of the fire was ruled accidental. The area of origin was determined to be located in the southeast corner of the building. Sparks from a chop saw hand grinder that was being used about an hour before the blaze was called in was determined to be the cause.
The garage/shop and all contents are considered a total loss. Damage is estimated at $40,000.00. The Le Mars Fire-Rescue Department was assisted at the scene by the Akron Fire Department, Plymouth County Sheriff’s Office and R.E.C.There were no injuries and firefighters were on the scene for an hour and a half.
