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TFD: Building fire on Speedway Boulevard

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Updated on July 20, 2023 at 2:55 p.m.

TFD responded to reports of a power pole and building on fire on July 19 around 4:26 p.m.

Engine 7 was first on the scene at 4:30 p.m. and immediately pulled lines for fire attack.

TFD says the fire spread to three sheds and the back of Unique Upholstery and Design.

Before this fire got under control at 5:18 p.m., firefighters used ladders to access the roof and provided vertical ventilation.

There were no injuries reported.

The cause of the fire is being investigated.

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The Tucson Fire Department is working to control a building fire in the 5000 block of East Speedway, near Rosemont Boulevard.

According to TFD, the fire began in an alleyway and eventually spread to the back of the building where Unique Upholstery and Design is located.

TFD says no injuries were reported. Investigators are looking into the cause of the fire.

Crews ask that the public avoid the area.

KGUN 9 will provide further updates if they become available.