MODESTO – Firefighters responded to a fire behind a warehouse on McHenry Avenue Thursday afternoon that grew to at least four alarms.
The fire was dispatched shortly after 2:00pm to the 4400 block of North McHenry Avenue for a report of a structure fire. Responding crews observed a columns of smoke and quickly requested a second alarm for more resources.
The fire appeared to be coming from behind a large metal warehouse. Early reports indicate the employees of the building were able to safely evacuate. Ultimately two more additional alarms were requested to the scene. Several chief officers and an investigator also responded.
McHenry Avenue was closed to traffic. No cause was available at time of publication.
