Strip mall temporarily closed after structure fire in Indio
Fire crews fought a blaze that has sparked up in a strip mall in Indio.
According to Cal Fire, they responded to reports of a fire at 8:15 a.m. near the area of Dr. Carreon Blvd and Monroe Street. The first on-scene engine reported smoke coming from the roof of a strip mall. A second alarm was requested.
Two buildings have been red-tagged while the rest of the strip mall is temporarily closed so utilities can be restored.
The Indio office of State Senator Steve Padilla was one of the buildings impacted by the fire.
Statement from State Senator Steve Padilla:
“I am so thankful that no one was injured in the fire in the office building where my Indio Office is located. We are incredibly grateful for the quick response of first responders whose prompt action kept everyone safe."
Fire engines were released from the scene by 10:00 a.m.
More at noon on News Channel 3.
