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South Phoenix Junkyard Fire Burns About 30 Cars, Contained After First-Alarm Response

Investigators are still working to determine the cause.

Overview

  • Phoenix firefighters arrived just before 5 p.m. on Dec. 18 and elevated the incident to a first alarm.
  • Crews secured a water supply and advanced multiple handlines to control the blaze at the junkyard.
  • About 30 vehicles burned, sending a large smoke plume visible for miles across south Phoenix.
  • No injuries were reported by officials following the firefighting operation.
  • Outlets cited differing cross streets for the site near Broadway Road, with reports ranging from 27th Avenue to 23rd and 19th avenues.