Heavy smoke visible for miles from Bettendorf blaze
Bettendorf crews are managing the blaze with the support of regional aid. The fire has been contained and there is no risk to the surrounding neighborhood, the release says.
Our Quad Cities News crews are on the scene. A large cloud of black smoke was visible throughout the Quad Cities area Saturday afternoon after a fire broke out near Middle Road and Devils Glen Road in Bettendorf. It appears to be behind Wallace's Garden Center.
Portions of Middle Road are blocked off and traffic detours are in place.
This is a developing story, Our Quad Cities news has a crew on scene and will update you as more information becomes available. The city will provide another update soon, the release says.
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