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Fire Breaks Out At Packaging Plant In Maple Grove
PAPER INDUSTRY NEWS
Jino John
1/3/20261 min read


A fire broke out at a packaging plant in Maple Grove, Minnesota, prompting a response from local fire crews and other supporting agencies. Firefighters arrived on scene to find smoke and fire conditions inside the facility and initiated an offensive attack to bring the incident under control. Plant employees evacuated the building safely as responders worked to contain the blaze and protect surrounding structures. Operations focused on locating the seat of the fire, ventilating the structure, and preventing further damage to equipment and stored materials. No serious injuries were reported, though the plant sustained fire, smoke, and water damage. Investigators are expected to review the scene to determine the cause and assess the extent of the losses to the business.
