Fire destroys University Place storage facility

Storage facility a total loss after fire in University Place, WA

Fire burned a storage facility with 16 units early Friday morning in University Place. Firefighters say it is a total loss.

UNIVERSITY PLACE, Wash. - A fire destroyed a storage facility in University Place early Friday morning, prompting road closures and a response from multiple fire crews.

West Pierce Fire & Rescue said crews were called to a fire at a storage facility in the 2400 block of 70th Avenue West around 3:52 a.m.

"Crews are at scene of a fire at a storage facility located at the 2400 block of 70th Ave W in University Place," West Pierce Fire & Rescue said in a post on social media. "Both 70th Ave and 24th St are closed to traffic near the fire. Please avoid the area and allow firefighters room to work."

Authorities closed both 70th Avenue West and 24th Street as crews worked to contain the fire. Drivers were asked to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.

West Pierce Fire & Rescue later said the fire was brought under control, but the damage was extensive.

"The fire is under control. Unfortunately, the building is a total loss," the agency said in an update. "The roads are still closed as crews work to clear the scene."

No injuries were reported. Fire officials said the cause of the fire remains under investigation.

(West Pierce Fire & Rescue)

According to preliminary information shared by fire officials, the structure was a 16-unit building that housed vehicles and maintenance equipment. Crews drilled holes in the structure to determine how far the fire had spread and to locate its source.

Road closures were expected to remain in place as crews continued cleanup operations.

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