Slaughterhouse Burns During Mountain Fire

On April 13, 1976 at 8:28 p.m. firefighter were alerted to a fire at Hargleroad’s slaughterhouse, Route 625, Southampton Franklin. An accidental fire caused heavy damage to the roof of a large 1-½-story block and frame building. All the meat was destroyed and the entire building suffered heavy smoke damage. Firefighters were hampered by low manpower because most were battling a 37-acre mountain fire on Big Flat. Water was obtained from a hydrant near the treatment plant. Firemen were on the scene 2 ½ hours. One firefighter was treated for a lacerated hand. A damage estimate was not available. The Vigilant Hose, Cumberland Valley Hose and West End Fire and Rescue companies answered the alarm.