About 165,000 chickens killed in barn fire near Abbotsford, B.C.
A significant fire in Abbotsford, B.C. resulted in the death of approximately 165,000 chickens. The fire, which occurred in multiple barns, prompted a large response from Abbotsford Fire Rescue Services. One firefighter was hospitalized due to heat exhaustion, and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
- ▪About 165,000 chickens were killed in the fire.
- ▪The fire occurred around 4 p.m. Thursday in a rural area south of Abbotsford.
- ▪Thirteen fire crews were deployed to combat the blaze, and excavators were used to assist in extinguishing it.
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ShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountThe city of Abbotsford, B.C., says about 165,000 chickens were killed after multiple barns caught on fire.The city said in an email the fire happened at about 4 p.m. Thursday in a rural area south of Abbotsford on Gladwin Road.Abbotsford Fire Rescue Services deployed 13 crews to the scene, and firefighters had to bring in excavators to help put out the fire.The city says one firefighter had to be hospitalized due to heat exhaustion, and Gladwin Road was closed for several hours.Abbotsford South legislator Bruce Banman said in a social media post that three barns were destroyed.The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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