(Harlan, IA) – In an update to our previous post, officials with Leinen Construction in Harlan said on social media, that at around 6:45-a.m., today (Monday, Jan. 5th), a fire erupted on one of their storage buildings behind their business at 3113 12th Street. The structure was fully engulfed in flames within about 20-to 30-minutes. No one was inside at the time, and no injuries were reported. Officials say “We are unaware at this time what caused the fire.”

Fire crews from Harlan and Westphalia responded to the scene. Leinen Construction said in their post, “Thank you to all volunteer fire departments and the Shelby County Sheriffs office for responding quickly and getting the fire put out along with getting traffic diverted! Everything is replaceable and we are thankful no one was in the building. Thank you to everyone who has reached out offering their assistance. Let the cleanup and rebuild begin!”