OGDEN, Utah — A large fire erupted in a building under construction Saturday afternoon in Ogden.
FOX 13 News began receiving tips about the blaze shortly before 5 p.m. Ogden City officials said it occurred on 22nd Street between Lincoln Avenue and Grant Avenue, at a 5-story apartment building that was under construction. The scene was near DaVinci Academy of Science and the Arts, a K-12 charter school.
Massive plumes of black smoke poured out of the structure, visible from miles away.
Ogden officials later said the fire crews managed to contain the fire to the "immediate area" and prevent it from spreading to other buildings.
"We are incredibly proud of the rapid response and teamwork demonstrated by our firefighters, ensuring the safety of our community," a Facebook post from Ogden City read. "While the cause of the fire is currently under investigation, we are grateful for the support and patience of our residents as our team continues their work."
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Deputy Chief Mike Slater with the Ogden Fire Department said in a press conference later Saturday evening that the power company had to shut off a "high-tension" line that was on fire and posing a danger to firefighters. As of 10 p.m., Rocky Mountain Power's website said there were 2,750 customers in the area without power. An estimated time of restoration is not yet known.
Slater also said some windows of DaVinci Academy shattered from the heat coming off the blaze.
As of Saturday night, Slater said the fire was still active but contained. The cause is under investigation.
VIDEO BELOW: Watch Saturday evening's full press conference
