Yoder Building Supplies fire, damages put at $1.5 million

November 12 – Hibbing fire officials are estimating that last night’s fire at Yoder Building Supplies in downtown Hibbing caused an estimated $1.5 million in damages. The building is considered a total loss. No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported. This morning, Hibbing fire crews continued to douse the smoldering remains of the huge building, formerly known as Erickson Lumber. The cause of the fire is being investigated by the Hibbing Fire Marshal and the Minnesota State Fire Marshal’s Office.