DOVER — Firefighters from multiple departments are battling a massive blaze tonight at JD Automotive & Truck Inc., 331 Richards Avenue, as flames and heavy smoke engulf the area.
The fire lit up the night sky and could be seen from several blocks away, sending thick plumes of smoke high above the neighborhood. Nearby residents reported hearing loud pops and seeing intense flames spreading quickly through the trees behind the auto business.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene, closing nearby streets as firefighters worked to contain the inferno and prevent it from spreading to adjacent homes and businesses. There have been no confirmed injuries at this time.
JD Automotive & Truck Inc. is owned by Dover Mayor James Dodd.
Authorities are urging residents to avoid the area while crews continue their efforts. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.