Emporia Fire Crews were called to the scene of a structure fire in east Emporia early Sunday afternoon.
Crews were called to 410 Cottonwood just after 1:00 pm. According to Battalion Chief Eron Steinlage, witnesses reported a loud “bang” prior to the fire.
Steinlage says crews found black smoke and flames coming from the roof and rear of a shop located next to a home at 410 Cottonwood upon arrival. Firefighters quickly extinguished the flames with water and prevented it from spreading to the residence or nearby homes.
Steinlage says about a quarter of the shops interior had heavy flame damage and four to five tires were destroyed. The cause of the fire was listed as undetermined.
No injuries were reported. Traffic from Fourth Ave. to Sixth Ave. was blocked as crews battled the fire.
