The blaze started on Thursday, Feb. 2 around 10:40 a.m. at the Crystal Mall in Waterford at 850 Hartford Turnpike (Route 85), according to Waterford Professional Firefighters Association Local 4629.
The fire originated in the food court, causing smoke and flames to erupt from the building. Numerous fire departments in Waterford, as well as New London, responded to the mall to join the effort to put it out.
The fire has since been knocked out, and firefighters remain on the scene.
This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
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