Firefighters battle massive fire in Henrico

Firefighters battled a massive fire in Henrico County early Tuesday morning.
Firefighters battled a massive fire in Henrico County early Tuesday morning.(Henrico County Fire Division)
Published: Dec. 21, 2021 at 9:27 AM EST
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HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WWBT) - Firefighters battled a massive fire in Henrico County early Tuesday morning.

Crews were called to the 1100 block of Westbriar Drive around 4:30 a.m. for a vehicle fire near a structure. By the time they arrived, a single-story building was on fire, with flames bursting through the roof. Officials say the building is a recreation center with a pool area.

By the time firefighters arrived, a single-story recreation center was on fire, with flames...
By the time firefighters arrived, a single-story recreation center was on fire, with flames bursting through the roof.(Henrico County Fire Division)

Firefighters started an initial attack from the outside and a search inside.

No one was found inside the building and no injuries have been reported.

Officials say crews will remain at the scene during daylight hours for safety reasons.

The cause of the fire is still unknown.

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