Junkyard fire in Philadelphia's Parkside section under investigation

The fire broke out just after 1 p.m. Tuesday near Belmont Avenue and Thompson Street.

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Chopper 6 over junkyard fire in Philadelphia
Chopper 6 over junkyard fire in Philadelphia on Aug. 15, 2023.

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A junkyard fire that broke out in Philadelphia's Parkside neighborhood is under investigation.

It happened around 1 p.m. Tuesday near Belmont Avenue and Thompson Street.

Multiple crews responded to get the fire under control.

Officials have not yet said what caused the fire.

So far no injuries have been reported.