Updated story 7:30 AM
It was an early start to the morning for local firefighters.
According to the city, the Prince George Fire Department responded to a commercial structure fire at Crossroads Brewery located 508 George Street just before 3am.
Crews from four halls responded and once on scene, they found heavy smoke and flames exiting the roof of the structure.
Police are also asking the public for help if they saw any suspicious activity prior to the fire.
“The investigation is still in its early stages. We ask the public to stay clear of the 500-block of George Street to allow first responders room to work safely. Currently we are looking to see if anyone in the neighbourhood has any video surveillance, cell phone video or dash camera video that would have captured movement outside the business or give any indication as to how or where the fire started. Any information to help advance this investigation would be appreciated,” said Cst. Jenna Moore, Media Relations Officer for the Prince George RCMP.
Firefighters are still on scene battling the blaze.
The fire cause is undetermined, a dollar loss estimate will be issued later.
George Street is closed to traffic and residents are asked to avoid the area.
Additionally, police officers are closing Queensway at Fifth Avenue due to poor visibility.
Fire Chief Bryan Burleigh will be addressing the media adjacent to CrossRoads at 12:30 this afternoon.
Original Story 6:32 AM
Prince George Firefighters from four halls responded to a structure fire along the 500 block of George Street this morning (Friday).
Crews are currently dealing with the commercial building according to the City of Prince George.
Once on scene, crews found heavy smoke throughout the building.
Further updates will be provided once available.
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