FL Firefighters Battle Building Blaze Amid Ian's Fury

Sept. 28, 2022
Key West was under storm conditions when firefighters responded Wednesday.

Firefighters in Key West dealt with both heavy fire and flooding conditions Wednesday morning.

Heavy fire was showing as crews approached the two-story building.

Fire destroyed several shops on the first floor as well as apartments on the second, according to WPLG.

Ian brought heavy rain and wind to the city Monday night, and tropical conditions continue.

The fire marshal told reporters the fire may be linked to Ian, but that hasn't been determined. 

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