Fire destroys storage facility in University Place, multiple roads closed Friday morning
Jan 2, 2026, 6:07 AM | Updated: 3:49 pm
Crews with West Pierce Fire and Rescue work to extinguish a fire at University Place. (Photo courtesy of West Pierce Fire and Rescue)
(Photo courtesy of West Pierce Fire and Rescue)
A fire broke out at a storage facility in University Place early Friday, causing the closures of 70th Avenue and 24th Street.
West Pierce Fire and Rescue extinguished the flames, but reported that the building is a total loss. No injuries have been reported.
“Please avoid the area and allow firefighters room to work,” West Pierce Fire and Rescue stated.
Crews are at scene of a fire at a storage facility located at the 2400 block of 70th Ave W in University Place. Both 70th Ave and 24th St are closed to traffic near the fire. Please avoid the area and allow firefighters room to work. pic.twitter.com/SDKbBHhH3H
— West Pierce Fire & Rescue (@WestPierce) January 2, 2026
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
No word on when the roads will reopen.
This is a developing story, check back for updates
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