downtown raleigh fire

Several Raleigh roads blocked due to massive fire aftermath

Friday, March 17, 2017
Aftermath from massive fire that engulfed a downtown Raleigh apartment building
RALEIGH, North Carolina (WTVD) -- Several roads in downtown Raleigh are blocked today after a massive five-alarm fire ignited an apartment complex under construction late Thursday night.

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Drivers are being advised to avoid much of the area near W. North Street while authorities continue to clear the scene.

Detours are in place for closures at West Street from Edenton to North streets, Harrington Street from Edenton to North streets, Jones Street from Glenwood Avenue to Dawson Street, and Lane Street from Harrington to Dawson streets.



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Another view of the massive downtown fire.WTVD
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Where the fire likely started, on the second floor.WTVD
The Wells Fargo tower is visible as the fire burns.WTVD
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A building under construction became engulfed in flames in downtown Raleigh.WTVD
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Massive downtown Raleigh fire.WTVD
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Massive downtown Raleigh fire.WTVD
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The Metropolitan apartment complex, seen under construction before the fire.WTVD
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The building under construction before the fire (image courtesy John Pilcher)none
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