City honors Torkelson, Marrs, firefighters
Benson Mayor Jack Evenson presents citizen Megan Torkelson with an “Honor Coin” for the key role she played in saving the lives of two city residents trapped in a burning home March 1. In the background, from left, are Council Members Eric Payne, Cheri Steilow, Dan Enderson and Nancy Maanum. Photo by Reed Anfinson.
With their house on fire, and trapped inside, Beth Halvorson and Ryan Diederich may have faced certain death if it weren’t for the quick actions of nearby resident Megan Torkelson...As she waited for help to arrive, Torkelson pounded on the doors and windows attempting to get the attention of Diederich and Halvorson. First on the scene to help was Benson Police Officer Noah Marrs.
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