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Fire guts camper in Alexandria
Alexandria firefighters responded to a camper fire on Latoka Beach Road on September 13.
Friday, September, 21, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Be careful with ditch and field fires
As Fire Prevention Month winds to a close, Otter Tail Power Company’s Safety Services Manager Eric Hamm reminds customers and neighbors that uncontrolled ditch and field fires can damage or destroy poles and other electric utility equipment.
Saturday, October, 27, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

How safe is your home from fires?
Statistics collected from fire departments statewide indicate that most residential fires could be prevented by careful behavior around five issues: cooking, open flames, heating, arson and smoking.
Monday, October, 22, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Cause of house fire in Osakis undetermined
The State Fire Marshal’s Office is continuing its investigation into what caused a house fire in Osakis on March 7.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Fire and smoke damage Carlos home
Firefighters from two departments responded to a house fire in Carlos Tuesday night.
Thursday, January, 24, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Fire engulfs house near Millerville
Firefighters battled a house fire near Millerville this afternoon.
Wednesday, January, 30, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Fire prevention in spotlight
In honor of Fire Prevention Week, October 7 to 13, the Alexandria Fire Department Relief Association will host an open house. The event is set for Monday, October 8 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Alexandria Fire Station.
Wednesday, October, 03, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Area children learn about fire dangers
As part of National Fire Prevention Week, the Alexandria and Osakis Fire Departments hosted open houses this week. Children of all ages turned out for fun and educational events.
Wednesday, October, 10, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life

Garage fire reported in Carlos Township
A propane heater started a garage on fire in Carlos Township Sunday night.
Monday, December, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Fire destroys barn near Brandon
Fire destroyed a barn west of Brandon Saturday.
Monday, January, 28, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

State fire marshal: Take online fire safety challenge
A new, online resource is available to help Minnesotans stop home fires before they start.
Saturday, October, 20, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

House fire in Brandon Monday morning
The Brandon Fire Department and Douglas County Sheriff's Office responded to a house fire on County Road 7 NW in Brandon at 5:01 a.m. Monday morning.
Monday, February, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Fire destroys shed near Lake Jessie
The fire, which happened a little before midnight, is believed to have started from a wood burner. When Alexandria firefighters arrived, the 8-by-10-foot shed was fully engulfed.
Wednesday, October, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

College students reminded about fire safety
With fall classes underway on Minnesota college campuses, students have made housing decisions based on affordability, roommates, amenities and proximity to campus. State Fire Marshal Jerry Rosendahl says they should also insist on fire safety.
Monday, October, 01, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Fire damages vehicles, garages at Maple Ridge Manor
On Sunday, around 2 p.m., Alexandria Fire Department (AFD) responded to a four-stall garage fire at 310 Unumb Court at Maple Ridge Manor apartments.
Monday, March, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Kitchen fire causes smoke damage on Jefferson street
The American Red Cross is assisting four adults and three children following an apartment fire on the 1200 block of Jefferson Street in Alexandria on Tuesday, December 4.
Tuesday, December, 11, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Power companies urge care in dealing with ditch and field fires this fall
As Fire Prevention Month winds to a close, Otter Tail Power Company’s Safety Services Manager Eric Hamm reminds customers and neighbors that uncontrolled ditch and field fires can damage or destroy poles and other electric utility equipment.
Wednesday, October, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Automotive shop in Miltona catches fire
Owners of Wade’s Automotive and Repair in downtown Miltona plan to rebuild after a fire badly damaged the shop Tuesday.
Tuesday, January, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Wade's automotive to reopen after fire
Three and a half months after a fire badly damaged the shop, Wade’s Automotive and Repair in downtown Miltona is reopening. The shop is opening on Monday, April 22.
Wednesday, April, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Farmers can take steps to help avoid fall harvest farm fires
As the fall harvest progresses, the risk of farm fires increase, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). These fires can spread rapidly and cause significant losses in crops and machinery.
Thursday, September, 13, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

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