Category Archives: Fire Damage

Bronco Winery Fire Damage Estimated at $2.5 Million

Posted on May 24, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

Firefighters were able to save 90% of the warehouse structure and 80% of the inventory. The $2.5 million is an estimate, but the full amount of the damage will be determined by insurance companies and property owners. Most of the … Continue reading →

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Fire Erupts at Bronco Wine Storage Facility

Posted on May 23, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

The Thursday (5/20) fire occurred in a two-story, 65,000-square-foot building holding more than a half million cases of wine.  It was contained within an hour, and no injuries were reported.

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Explosion, Flash Fire Injures Guest at NoFo Brew Co. & Distillery

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Joel Whitaker

A guest who was learning about the distilling process was critically injured with second-degree burns over 50% of his body after an explosion, followed by a flash fire at NoFo Brew & Distillery, Cumming, Ga.   None of the company’s employees … Continue reading →

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Fewer than 20 California Wineries Suffered Severe Wildfire Damage

Posted on November 17, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Fewer than 20 of California’s 4,200 wineries reported significant damage from wildfires this year, Wine Institute says, adding that California winemakers say they are excited by the quality of the 2020 vintage.  The 2020 vintage is expected to be smaller … Continue reading →

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Oregon State Researchers Probe Impact of Smoke on Wine

Posted on October 21, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Oregon State University scientists have analyzed nearly 500 samples of wine and grapes from throughout Oregon in recent weeks, to better understand the impact of wildfire smoke on wine. Grapes absorb smoke from the fires and at high enough levels … Continue reading →

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Sonoma Winemakers Look to Reset as Fire Losses Exceed $150 Million

Posted on October 20, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

“No one could have predicted how the external events of 2020 would impact the entire community in Sonoma County including growers, vintners, workers, local hotels, restaurants, stores, suppliers and, ultimately, local residents,” said Karissa Kruse, president, Sonoma County Winegrowers. Unpicked … Continue reading →

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