On Wednesday morning, 26 May, a fire of undetermined origin destroyed a large barn at the Walden Mountain Alpaca Farm, 264 Coles Pond Road, Walden, VT, and killed 160 cows that were trapped inside. The barn was believed to be the largest structure in Walden.
The initial alarm for the fire in North Walden was transmitted at approximately 0930 hours. The Walden Fire Department was assisted by companies from Berlin, Cabot, Craftsbury, Danville, East Montpelier, Glover, Hardwick, Marshfield, Peacham, Plainfield, Saint Johnsbury, Woodbury, and Wolcott.
Media Reports:
WCAX-TV: Barn fire claims 150 cows in North Walden (26 MAY 10)
WCAX-TV Video: Barn fire claims 150 cows in North Walden (26 MAY 10)
Times Argus (Barre): Massive barn blaze kills 160 cows (27 MAY 10)
St. Johnsbury Fire Department (includes picture from the scene)
Background Information:
VirtualVermont: Walden
Walden Mountain Alpaca Farm
Google Map of 264 Coles Pond Road, Walden, VT
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