Firefighters Battle Blaze Without Hydrants | Baton Rouge News

A massive fire tore through an office building on Third Street this week, forcing firefighters to draw water from the Atchafalaya River and battling flames already fully engulfed. Two firefighters were injured—one with heat exhaustion, the other with an eye injury—but both are expected to recover. Authorities are urgently seeking public tips to uncover the cause, with multiple agencies investigating. Whether you want to stay anonymous or not, your information could be vital—contact Berwick Police or the Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s online tip line. The investigation is ongoing, and safety remains the top priority. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/0820b704b42a59c1