"Lutsen Lodge on Lake Superior Destroyed by Fire: Safety Violations and Memories Pour In"

The historic Lutsen Lodge, part of the Lutsen Resort on Lake Superior in Minnesota, was destroyed by a fire early Tuesday morning. The lodge, which dates back to 1885 and is a popular destination for visitors, was engulfed in flames by the time fire crews arrived. No guests were on site, and there were no reported injuries. The cause of the fire is under investigation, but the resort plans to rebuild the lodge using the original plans with updated building codes.