Ed. Note: Looks like it could possibly be the kitchen of Cafe Istanbul? Updates when more is known.
Thanks to Shannon for sending from 21st and P Street, NW early this morning around 5:15am.
From DC Fire and EMS:
“Box Alarm 1500 block 21st St NW. Exterior fire with extension to 1st floor of a 4 story building. Engine on scene requested the Box Alarm.
Update Box Alarm 1500 block 21st St NW. #DCsBravest have extinguished exterior fire and are opening up and checking for extent of the interior extension. No injuries reported.
photo by DC Fire and EMS
Update Box Alarm 1500 block 21st St NW. Interior extension contained. Venting smoke from upper floors. Request @PepcoConnect for damaged electrical service. Incident is under control with no injuries.”