MASON CITY, Iowa (KTTC) – Mason City Fire Department provided an update Saturday to a fire that broke out at Mason City Recycling Friday night.
According MCFD, around 8:08 p.m., the Mason City Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at Mason City Recycling, located at 16615 245th Street.
Upon arrival, fire crews encountered an active fire inside a large building.
The fire was initially reported by a passerby, and no individuals were present at the business when the incident occurred. The absence of nearby fire hydrants required water to be shuttled to the scene.
Complicating the firefighting efforts were cold temperatures and strong north and northwest winds, which caused the fire to spread to outdoor equipment and surrounding grass areas.
Numerous agencies assisted in the response, including the Rockwell, Nora Springs, Clear Lake, and Ventura Fire Departments, the Mason City Police Department, Cerro Gordo County Sheriff’s Office, Cerro Gordo County Emergency Management, Iowa State Patrol, and Alliant Energy.
Helena Agri-Enterprises LLC provided support by hauling water using a semi-tanker.
MCFD said firefighters were able to stop the spread of fire to adjacent buildings. Agencies remained on-site until nearly 1:30 a.m. Saturday.
According to MCFD, as of 2:30 p.m. Saturday afternoon, the Mason City Fire Department remained onsite to monitor closely monitor the situation as some material inside the building continues to burn. MCFD also determined the structure has been deemed unsafe for entry due to significant weakening. MCFD said firefighters will maintain a presence to ensure the fire does not spread, as strong winds are expected to persist throughout the weekend.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation. No injuries were reported during the incident.
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