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Fire “knocked down” at Former Big Hunt Building


1345 Connecticut Ave, NW, photos by Edward McGlone

Thanks to Edward for sharing just before 1pm: “apparent fire at the former Big Hunt building. Crews gearing up and deploying hoses. Connecticut Ave is blocked NB at N St NW”

DC Fire and EMS reported: “Box Alarm 1300 block Connecticut Ave NW. Fire in rear of 3 story row structure. Building appears to be under renovation.

Update Box Alarm 1300 block Connecticut Ave NW. Fire involving construction materials on 2nd floor setback of 3 story middle row building. Fire knocked down. Checking for extension. No injuries reported.”

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