High Winds Lead to Large Fire at Shomaker Lumber
From the Mar 24, 2026 e-Edition
The McKenzie Fire Department responded to Shomaker Lumber Company on Wednesday, March 18, for a fire that was at risk of spreading due to high winds. It started as a controlled burn. Additional water tankers were requested from other fire departments for the scene.
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