Image by lirena via FlickrHere is the latest on the Ralph Engelstad Arena...Nice to see that none of the hockey schools that are scheduled will have to be rescheduled, moved, postponed or cancelled. Of course I have heard all kinds of jokes and suggestions that this fire is surround by suspicious circumstances. I do not believe that is the case.Grand Forks Herald --- Cleaning up after its July 3 fire will take more time, Ralph Engelstad Arena officials said Monday.
According to a news release, the fire began in a cluster of speakers located above center ice. No structural damage occurred, but smoke damage was prevalent throughout the building.
The smoke damage left behind a film of soot that will take several weeks to remove.
“It is an extensive process,” said Chris Semrau, director of media relations for the REA.
As part of the cleaning process, the Sioux Shop will remain closed this week. An official reopening date will be determined later this week.
Merchandise in the store during the fire has been removed, and new merchandise will take its place, officials said.
Semrau said the fate of the damaged merchandise is still being determined.
“It’s one of the many things we’re discussing with the insurance company,” he said. “We’ll know more in the coming weeks.”
