A catastrophic fire ripped through Oakdell Egg Farms in Lewiston, Utah, on Tuesday afternoon, leaving behind a trail of devastation. The blaze erupted around 4 p.m. near 2500 S 1600 W, igniting a barn that housed approximately 120,000 chickens. Firefighters from Hyrum in Cache County and Franklin, Idaho, joined forces with local fire authorities to combat the inferno. Despite their valiant efforts, the fire raged for roughly five hours before it was finally extinguished. By that time, the barn had been completely destroyed, and over 100,000 chickens had perished in the flames. Miraculously, no human injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and authorities have yet to release further details. This tragic incident underscores the vulnerability of agricultural facilities and the harrowing consequences that can arise from unforeseen events.
Massive Fire Kills 120,000 Chickens at Oakdell Egg Farms
