‘Heavy' industrial fire in Cleveland is spreading
Crews encountered 'heavy fire conditions' at the building near the intersection of East 65th Street and Selma Avenue, according to a social media post just before 11 a.m.
A thick, black plume of smoke could be seen for miles on noon Monday, as firefighters doused the roof of the building.
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Firefighters told FOX 8's Brad Hamilton the address is a warehouse.
Just before noon, firefighters reported the fire had spread to a second building.
FOX 8's Brad Hamilton witnessed the flames spreading to a nearby home.
People living nearby told FOX 8 News a couple houses had been evacuated in the area.
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Firefighters just before 11 a.m. said they were 'making progress' in containing it.
Just before noon, firefighters said the fire had been upgraded to a four-alarm fire. Crews had 'challenges with water supply' and needed to work in rotation to avoid becoming overheated.
Fire investigators are on scene.
Firefighters are expected to provide updates.
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