Fire crews responded Saturday to East Colfax Avenue and Peoria Street in Aurora where flames and a thick plume of black smoke rose above an apartment complex under construction.
CBS
An official from Aurora Fire Rescue said there were no injuries as a result of the blaze. No one was living yet at the building; it was still an active construction site.
There is no word on a cause for the blaze, but damage is extensive.
CBS
It the second such blaze in three days.
RELATED Colorado three-alarm fire causes heavy damage at Aurora construction site
Aurora Fire Rescue wrestled a three-alarm fire Thursday morning in the 7300 block of South Addison Court. Damage there is estimated in the millions of dollars, AFR told CBS News Colorado. The cause of that fire is still under investigation, too.
Saturday, witnesses first reported black smoke shortly after 1 p.m.
Denver Fire Department
AFR confirmed two alarms were rung for the the Colfax-Peoria fire. Radio traffic indicated personnel and equipment were brought in from other fire departments in the metro area.
This is a breaking story. This story will be revised with any new updates as they are received.
Amanda Smith is a dedicated U.S. correspondent with a passion for uncovering the stories that shape the nation. With a background in political science, she provides in-depth analysis and insightful commentary on domestic affairs, ensuring readers are well-informed about the latest developments across the United States.
