Photos: GFR extinguishes fire in abandoned building

All photos courtesy Gainesville Fire Rescue

Staff report from Gainesville Fire Rescue press release

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – At about 11:36 p.m. on January 23, Gainesville Fire Rescue responded to a structure fire at 1724 SE 2nd Avenue.

Crews quickly arrived and found visible flames and heavy smoke. Despite the condition of the building, firefighters were able to extinguish the fire before it spread to nearby buildings. The building was found to be abandoned. No injuries have been reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

  • Once again, firefighters going in harms way to protect the rest of us. These guys are the real deal folks: heroes.

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