Multiple fire departments respond to fire in St. Jacob

Megan Mueller

April 26, 2024 at 10:33 PM

ST. JACOB, Ill. – A fire broke out at a towing business Friday afternoon in St. Jacob, IL.

According to officials, the fire started around 4 p.m. at Randy’s Towing on Ellis Road.

Due to the business holding many vehicles with fuel and oil, there were several departments on-scene to assist in putting out the fire.

There have been no reported injuries from the incident. Firefighters will stay on the scene to ensure the fire does not rekindle.

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