Barn And Two Out Buildings Destroyed In Lurgan Township

On May 20, 2002 at 7:15 p.m. Franklin County 911 alerted a 51 box for a barn fire at 7753 Brethren Church Road, Lurgan Township. When crews arrived they found a barn and two attached wagon sheds well involved. Along with the buildings a car, tractor, motorcycle, lumber and other items were lost. Approximately 50 firefighters from nine companies battled the blaze and remained on the scene until 1:30 a.m. One civilian was injured. Firefighters shuttled water from a nearby stream. A damage estimate or cause was unavailable. The Vigilant Hose, Cumberland Valley Hose and West End Fire and Rescue companies assisted at the scene.