Report of odor leads to fire investigation, damage at Olathe pet store
OLATHE, Kan. (KCTV) - An investigation is underway after someone at a nearby business smelled smoke and called for help.
Olathe fire crews responded to the strip mall near Santa Fe Street and Interstate 35 around 6:45 a.m. Friday.
Firefighters investigated and discovered a fire burning inside the Aquarium Wholesale store. The department shared video of the response on social media.
Firefighters found a fire in a strip mall near Santa Fe St and I35 at Aquarium Wholesale (132 S Clairborne Rd). An adjacent business smelled a smoke odor and called 911 around 6:45 am. No injuries. Cause under investigation. Damage was notable. Damage estimate not available. pic.twitter.com/2HGwnOtEk6
— Olathe Fire Dept. (@OlatheFire) January 3, 2025
Firefighters extinguished the fire, but not before it caused notable damage to the building.
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The extent of the fire is not yet known.
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