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Crow River Winery maintenance building destroyed in overnight fire
By Joseph Swanson at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
A Crow River Winery maintenance building was destroyed by a fire in the early hours of Tuesday morning, according to Hutchinson Fire Chief Mike Schumann.
Our 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS photographer captured footage of the damage on the winery property just off Highway 7.
No injuries were r...
Key takeaway Our 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS photographer captured footage of the damage on the winery property just off Highway 7.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The destruction of the Crow River Winery maintenance building in an overnight fire raises concerns about the potential impact on the local economy and community events. As a popular venue for weddings and large gatherings, the winery is a significant contributor to the area's tourism and hospitality industry. With the busy wedding season approaching, the loss of this building could affect the winery's ability to host events, potentially displacing couples and event planners who have already booked the venue. The investigation by the State Fire Marshal's Office will be crucial in determining the cause of the fire and identifying measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The response of local fire departments, who battled the fire for over three hours, is a testament to the region's emergency preparedness and cooperation between departments. The outcome of the investigation and the winery's plans for rebuilding will be closely watched by the community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Crow River Winery maintenance building was destroyed by a fire in the early hours of Tuesday morning, according to Hutchinson Fire Chief Mike Schumann.
Our 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS photographer captured footage of the damage on the winery property just off Highway 7.
No injuries were r...
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