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ATF Probing 3-Alarm Fire That Collapsed Alexandria Warehouse (UPDATE) ATF Probing 3-Alarm Fire That Collapsed Alexandria Warehouse (UPDATE)
ATF Probing 3-Alarm Fire That Collapsed Alexandria Warehouse (Update) The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) is among investigators probing a three-alarm fire that ravaged a commercial warehouse in Alexandria this week, officials said. More than 100 firefighters responded to the scene at 4407 Wheeler Ave., a portion of which collapsed after flames ignited around 9 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 2, Alexandria officials said. One firefighter suffered a minor injury and has been treated and released by INOVA Alexandria Hospital.  Jeffery’s Catering, a key provider for the "Meals on Wheels" program, was severely impacted by the blaze. "The Alexan…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
Firefighter Injured Battling 3-Alarm Warehouse Blaze In Alexandria (DEVELOPING) Firefighter Injured Battling 3-Alarm Warehouse Blaze In Alexandria (DEVELOPING)
Firefighter Injured Battling 3-Alarm Warehouse Blaze In Alexandria (Developing) Crews worked overnight following a massive three-alarm fire that broke out inside a warehouse in Alexandria.  At around 9 p.m. on Tuesday night, crews were called to a commercial building in the 4400 block of Wheeler Avenue, when flames tore through the building, leading to a long night for firefighters in the city. APD has closed through traffic both directions on Wheeler Avenue between the 4000-4400 blocks due to a structure fire. Please avoid this area. pic.twitter.com/tV1KI6y9JE — Alexandria Police (@AlexandriaVAPD) January 3, 2024 Officials declared the fire under control at …

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by Zak Failla