A three-alarm fire in Richmond affected several businesses

RICHMOND, VA. More than 75 firefighters were dispatched to a three-alarm fire that damaged several Northside businesses early Sunday morning.

Firefighters were called to the 1800 block of 3rd Avenue at Chestnut Street at 2:05 a.m. It is close to Interstate 64 and about half a mile from Overby-Sheppard Elementary School.

A CBS 6 photojournalist on the scene said the fire broke out in a number of businesses in a commercial building.

VIDEO STORY: Businesses damaged by fire in Richmond

VIDEO STORY: Businesses damaged by fire in Richmond

Richmond Fire Chief Melvin Carter said heavy smoke was coming from several buildings when crews arrived.

“The fire got worse and we pulled out our personnel and called in additional alarms to help put the fire down,” Carter said.

Officials said 76 firefighters were called to the scene, including 17 fire units and six support and command units.

No one was injured, Carter said.

The cause of the fire is being established.

This is an evolving story. Email the CBS 6 Newsroom if you have more information.

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