Fire Destroys Grain Bin in Iowa

Saturday night fire claims grain bin and its contents

November 30, 2020

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A grain bin and its contents were destroyed in a Saturday evening fire, reportsKWWL.

Authorities say the grain bin and its contents were valued at about $50,000.

The cause of the fire is unknown at this time, but it does not appear to be suspicious.

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