Three-Story Ohio Warehouse Erupts In Flames

Firefighters used rakes to remove burning clothes from the building
Feb. 16, 2006

Firefighters were battling a blaze at an old Goodwill store location in Chillicothe Tuesday afternoon.

The store erupted in flames at about 2:45 p.m. on East Main Street, NBC 4 reported.

According to The Chillicothe Gazette , the three-story building was being used as storage for donations to Goodwill.

Firefighters used rakes to remove burning clothes from the building and then poured water on the items.

Officials said East Main Street was closed.

Nearby families and businesses were evacuated.

The building was also used as the location for a cab company and glass store.

No injuries were reported.

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