Fire destroys Ancram barn

Close to a dozen fire companies, from Columbia and Dutchess Counties, were called to a barn fire Sunday night in Ancram.

The call first came in just before 7:30 at The Millerhurst Farm, 3201 Route 82.

First units on the scene reported the barn was fully involved.

We're told 47 cows died in the fire.

Tankers hauled water from a location in town.

The barn was a total loss.

No word yet on any injuries to firefighters, the cause is under investigation.

The Columbia County Sheriff's Office was also on scene.

1st pic courtesy of Molinski Photography

Barn, before the fire, below