A fire broke out Thursday night at the old Spanish Trail Motel on East Benson Highway.
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South Tucson Fire Department and South Tucson Fire Department responded to the fire just after 10 p.m., and crews did not enter the building because it was deemed unsafe, said South Tucson Fire Chief Andy Luna.
The fire is under control, but crews continue to monitor hot spots.
The City of South Tucson recently issued a letter to the owners of Spanish Trail, AM Family Properties, LLC and Torino Avenue, LLC, asking the property owners to crack down on crimes committed by residents and visitors on and around the property. The lawsuit was filed under a state law that requires
This all comes as the South Tucson City Council decides how to proceed with fire service option negotiations with the city of Tucson.
Video: In the video below, the City of South Tucson discusses the future of the South Tucson Fire Department on Tuesday, February 20th.
Excerpt from South Tucson City Council meeting, Tuesday, February 20th
Crews from the Tucson Fire Department and South Tucson Fire Department responded Thursday night. The assistance the City of South Tucson is receiving from the Tucson Fire Department played a large role in the negotiation process.
There were no evacuated residents, casualties, or firefighter injuries during the operation. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. pic.twitter.com/IIfvpkv6qQ
— Tucson Fire Department (@TucsonFireDept) February 23, 2024
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