Update

HANKINSON, N.D. (KFGO) – 11 people are homeless after fire gutted their apartments in Hankinson.

Fire departments from 8 communities responded to the fire shortly after 9 p.m. Tuesday in the apartments above Posts Hardware on Main Avenue.

Richland County Emergency Management Director Brett Lambrecht says there is extensive damage to the second floor on the back end where the fire started.

Flames were coming out the windows of the rear apartments when firefighters arrived on the scene, but everyone inside was able to get out safely. The Red Cross is assisting those needing housing.

Firefighters had the blaze under control in about 30 minutes but crews remained on scene all night, making sure there were no flare-ups.

The State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause.

Previously…

Hankinson, ND (Valley News Live) –  Multiple residents are displaced after a building fire broke out at Posts Hardware in Hankinson, about 9-p.m., Tuesday.

Hankinson’s fire chief tells Valley News Live that everyone made it out, and there were no injuries. It hasn’t been determined what caused the fire at this time.

The residents in eight apartments were displaced. There’s no word on when they’ll be able to return.

Crews were on-site overnight to keep an eye on hot spots. A damage estimate will be determined at a later time.