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Massive fire in downtown Phoenix sends thick smoke cloud billowing into the sky

A large fire near 19th Avenue and McDowell Road in Phoenix has sent thick black smoke over the Valley, and fire crews are working to put it out.

Massive fire in downtown Phoenix sends thick smoke cloud billowing into the sky

A significant blaze erupted in downtown Phoenix, triggering a dense smoke plume that swept across the city. The Phoenix Fire Department swiftly arrived on the scene at the intersection of 19th Avenue and McDowell Road to combat the inferno. No reports of casualties have been released at this time, and the origin of the fire remains unknown.

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) captured footage through a camera, revealing the substantial cloud of black smoke billowing over the Valley. Drivers along Interstate 17 and Interstate 10's convergence point continue to witness the smoke as authorities strive to contain the blaze. The situation escalated to a second-alarm response due to the fire's size and rapid progression, prompting additional personnel and equipment to assist in the firefighting efforts.

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