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Over 400 people die in the Great Hinckley Fire, a forest fire in Hinckley, Minnesota.
A devastating forest fire engulfs Hinckley, Minnesota, killing over 400 people and marking one of the deadliest wildfires in U.S. history.
On September 1, 1894, a runaway forest fire swept through the logging town of Hinckley, Minnesota, fueled by drought and strong winds.
The firestorm destroyed homes, railroads, and businesses, trapping residents and railroad workers in its path.
Rescue efforts were hampered by scorching temperatures and dense smoke, leading to mass casualties and widespread devastation.
In the aftermath, the community and state implemented stricter fire safety measures and logging regulations to prevent future disasters.
The Great Hinckley Fire remains one of America’s deadliest wildfires, remembered for its tragic loss and the lessons it taught on forest management.
1894
Great Hinckley Fire
forest fire
Hinckley, Minnesota