DETROIT – Firefighters are battling a fire on Detroit’s east side, near Belle Isle.
The fire broke out around 5 a.m. Friday (Dec. 23) at a building that is believed to have cars and boats inside, but is otherwise vacant.
The fire is in the area of Canton and East Lafayette streets. That area is also experiencing a power outage.
There are around 65 firefighters on scene, working to manage the fire. The winter storm’s wind, snow and cold temperatures are making it difficult work for crews. Officials said wind conditions made the fire spread faster than it normally would.
No injuries have been reported.
Residents should stay away from the area. Crews are using a lot of water in below-freezing temperatures and that can create a lot of ice.
This is a breaking news story and we’ll share more information as it becomes available.
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