Raging fire breaks out at auto body shop, spreads to several Newhall businesses
Key Points:
- A fire broke out around 3 a.m. at an auto body shop in Newhall, Santa Clarita, quickly spreading to several nearby businesses including the Newhall Refinery restaurant and The MAIN community theater.
- The fire escalated to a 3rd alarm, involving more than 100 firefighters who battled the blaze for over four hours as it produced thick smoke and an orange glow.
- Up to six businesses may have been affected, though the full extent of the damage remains unclear at this time.
- No injuries have been reported, and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
- Local residents expressed sadness over the incident, hoping for the rebuilding of the affected commercial spaces.