DC Fire Ravages Eastern Market

A massive fire erupted in D.C.’s Eastern Market Thursday night, engulfing four buildings on 8th Street Southeast and sending smoke across the city. Around 100 firefighters battled the blaze, which started on the second floor of a mixed-use building around 8 p.m. and spread rapidly. Damage is described as extreme, but thankfully most people are accounted for—though one firefighter was injured and a civilian received minor treatment. The cause remains under investigation, and officials are still assessing the full impact on residents and businesses. Fire crews’ swift response helped prevent even greater devastation. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b23bff845c010ec1