Suspicious fire at auto recycling depot destroys 2 buildings, numerous cars

Several small explosions happened during an overnight fire at an auto recycling depotthat destroyedtwo buildings and numerous cars.

A firefighter suffered a minor hand injurywhile battling the blaze.

Firefighters were called to the business, located in an industrial park at 28th St.and Fifth Ave. N.E., around 1 a.m. on Thursday. Because the fire was spreading quickly, a second alarm was called to bring in more firefighters and equipment.

Damage to the two buildings is substantial, but adjacent businesses were not damaged. Firefighters remained at the scene after the fire was doused to deal with hot spots.

The fire is considered suspicious and the arson unit has been called in to investigate.

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