A fire was reported at Whipple Avenue in North Canton, Ohio on Monday and scary visuals from the scene showed thick smoke.
A fire was reported in Canton on Monday. (Facebook/Lynn Kristy)
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An explosion reportedly took place, the statement suggests. There is no official information on how the fire started or if anyone has been injured.
Canton fire: Scary visuals and reactions
Thick smoke could be seen blowing into the wind. “Reports coming in of a large fire on Whipple Ave in North Canton,” a local news page wrote, sharing photos as well. No official statement on the fire has come from the Canton City Fire Department yet.
“Initial information indicates this is happening at Fosnaught’s Auto Parts, located on Whipple near the intersection of Dressler and Whipple. The property is a scrapyard that processes scrap metal,” he added.
“The explosion is believed to have sparked a fire on the property. The extent of any injuries is unknown at this time. Jackson Township Fire is the primary responding department, with mutual aid from North Canton and Green assisting at the scene.”
“They are having access issues and the fire is out of control. Gonna be an allnighter,” one person wrote, while another shared a photo.
Videos showed the fire burning steadily.
Another clip showed the fire from close up.
Fire trucks could be seen rushing to the spot as the blaze continued.
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