Remsen, Iowa — (RI) — The only grocery store in the town of Remsen was destroyed by fire early yesterday (Sunday, August 19th).
Firefighters from Remsen and several neighboring communities fought the blaze for more that five hours. The fire was reported at about 4:15 Sunday morning. Remsen Assistant FIre Chief Mark Gaskill says they believe they’ve pinpointed what sparked the blaze at Farm Fresh Foodtown.
Gaskill called the building and contents a total loss.
Sammy Chodha, the owner of the store, says he will rebuild and bring back a grocery store to the small community.
Fire departments from Remsen, Oyens, Marcus, Granville and Le Mars battled the blaze.
