Fire damage units under construction in Yuma

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – A major fire on a construction site damages three units under construction.

The Yuma Fire Department said it had received reports of a fire in the 2100 block of West 8th Street early Wednesday.

When firefighters arrived at the scene, they found a large fire in several residential units under construction. Fortunately, the firefighters were able to put out the fire immediately.

While they were at the scene, they also found a second fire in a construction container on the opposite side of 8th Street. The fire on the dumpster was extinguished thanks to a joint effort between YFD and the rural subway fire department.

The Yuma Police Department is investigating the fire.

If you have information about arson crimes, contact the police department. Information can also be provided anonymously via the Silent Witness tip number at 78-CRIME (782-7463).

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