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Calf barn, granary, two garages and milking barn destroyed in a blaze that was exacerbated by gusty winds

The Valley Springs Fire Department responded at approximately 4 p.m., but much of the damage was already in progress by then.

"When we pulled on the yard, the four buildings were totally engulfed," said Johnson. "The wind just fanned that fire. It was just going like crazy."

The Hills, Beaver Creek, Brandon and Garretson Fire Departments were called in to help battle the blaze.

"The most dangerous part was the propane tank that was burning," said Johnson. "They are very dangerous when they get hot."

The tank was sprayed with water to cool it down, but the valve popped continuously and one end of the tank bubbled up from the intense heat.

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