By MES Dispatch staff
The Briefing
- • Multiple fire departments responded early Wednesday to an intense fire that destroyed several modular structures in Cahokia Heights, Illinois.
- • The fire was reported a little before 2 a.m. on the 3900 block of Mississippi Avenue and involved abandoned business property and construction site trailers.
- • At least nine departments were involved, with crews facing challenges including limited hydrants and windy conditions.
- • The blaze is out and remains under investigation, and no injuries have been reported.
CAHOKIA HEIGHTS, IL — Firefighters from at least nine departments responded overnight to an intense fire that destroyed multiple modular structures and trailers in Cahokia Heights, authorities said.
The fire broke out shortly before 2 a.m. Wednesday on the 3900 block of Mississippi Avenue, involving an abandoned business and several construction site trailers, according to officials.
Crews encountered heavy fire conditions upon arrival and faced operational challenges due to a lack of nearby hydrants and windy weather, fire officials reported.
Operations by responding departments extended over an extended period before the fire was brought under control.
Fire officials have labeled the incident suspicious given the absence of electricity near the structures, and a fire investigation remains ongoing.
No injuries to firefighters or civilians have been reported in connection with the blaze.