Massive fire devastates one of the largest free-range egg facilities.

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Firefighters battle massive fire at chicken farm in Marion County, Illinois

  • Details:
    • The fire began around 6:30 p.m. on May 29, 2024, at Farina Farms along Highway 37.
    • Marion County Sheriff Kevin Cripps described the fire as “humongous” and said multiple buildings spanning 200-300 yards long were on fire.
    • These buildings contained well over 1 million chickens.
    • The smoke plume could be seen throughout southern Illinois.
    • No injuries were reported, but the extent of damage to the facility is significant1.

 

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