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Richmond Public Storage Fire Contained After Storm Spurs Partial Collapse

Officials say the storm-driven blaze left the site compromised as inspectors prepare to assess structural safety.

Overview

  • The fire ignited just after midnight at the Carlson Boulevard facility and was declared fully contained Wednesday morning, with crews still knocking down deep hot spots.
  • Strong winds from a passing storm accelerated the spread and complicated rooftop work for firefighters, according to Chief Aaron Osorio.
  • The second story collapsed onto the first, heavily damaging multiple units and slowing access to remaining pockets of fire.
  • Fire officials reported no hazardous materials burning and said one firefighter sustained hand cuts, received hospital treatment, and was released.
  • The cause remains under investigation, a city building inspector will evaluate the structure, displaced renters reported losses, and Public Storage did not respond to requests for comment.