Crime & Safety

Blaze Damages Building On Upper Macungie Farm

Fire broke out at farm located at 852 Independent Road in Breinigsville.

A blaze at Henninger Farms Wednesday night severely damaged one building, according to The Morning Call.

Upper Macungie Fire Commissioner Grant Grim said the building, which was reported on fire at about 10:25 p.m., housed machinery, a small workshop and some hay.

"That was a total loss, but we were very fortunate to save a building about another 60 feet away," he said.

Find out what's happening in Upper Macungiewith free, real-time updates from Patch.

The Morning Call report said one firefighter was suffering from smoke inhalation. Grim said the firefighter was treated and released.

"He's home already," Grim said.

Find out what's happening in Upper Macungiewith free, real-time updates from Patch.

The Call report said Henninger Farm, located between Klines Mill and Ziegels Church roads, raises corn, soybeans, wheat, cattle and some sheep.


Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

We’ve removed the ability to reply as we work to make improvements. Learn more here

To request removal of your name from an arrest report, submit these required items to arrestreports@patch.com.