A major fire broke out at a gas station in Hinckley, Minnesota, on Friday, November 13, 2026, prompting an emergency response from multiple fire departments after witnesses reported hearing several explosions.
The blaze engulfed Slim’s Service and BP gas station, creating a frightening scene as flames and smoke rose from the property. Reports also indicated that a nearby business had caught fire, raising concerns about the possibility of the incident spreading to surrounding structures.
Emergency crews rushed to the scene and began working to contain the fire. The reported explosions added to the urgency of the response, particularly because the incident involved a fuel-service business.
The fire attracted attention from residents and witnesses in the area, with images from the scene showing the gas station engulfed in flames.
At the time of the initial report, authorities had not publicly established the cause of the fire. Details about possible injuries, property damage and the full extent of the incident remained unclear.
Investigators are expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the blaze once firefighters have brought the situation under control and the scene is considered safe.
The incident has raised concerns among residents and local businesses as emergency responders work to manage the dangerous situation.
Further information about the fire, including whether anyone was injured and how extensively nearby properties were affected, awaits confirmation from local authorities.