Update
We have more information from Prince William County fire and rescue on the blaze that broke out near the county’s landfill Monday afternoon.
We’re told drivers could see the smoke from Liberia Avenue in Manassas, more than 10 miles away.
From fire and rescue:
On Monday, July 11th at 4:22 p.m., fire and rescue crews were dispatched to a commercial fire at ASAP Auto Recycling and Salvage located at 14823 Dumfries Road in Dumfries.
Upon arrival, firefighters observed fire blazing from a two-story building extending to nearby vehicles. Firefighters began extinguishment of the fire while searching for further extension. HAZMAT was on scene as a precautionary measure for potential problems regarding water runoff and a compromised battery storage area affected by the fire.
One employee was treated for smoke inhalation and transported to a local medical facility for further treatment. No additional injuries reported.
According to the Fire Marshal’s Office, the fire building was a total loss; the Building Official has posted the building and property unsafe.
The area of origin was an electrical panel; the cause has been determined as accidental.
Updated
More details on this fire from Prince William fire and rescue spokesman Matt Smolsky:
14800 block Dumfries Road
ASAP Auto Recycling & Salvage
Heavy fire in 2 story metal auto recycling building spread to junk cars.
Extensive operation.
One (1) civilian transported with non-life threatening injuries
Traffic was disrupted in the immediate area.
Scene being checked for hazardous materials from the business operations.
Fire is under investigation.
This is a private business on Dumfries Road not associated with the PWC Landfill
Original post
It appears a junk yard next to the Prince William County Landfill caught fire about 4 p.m. today.
We’ve contacted a fire and rescue department spokesman but have yet to hear back from him. It’s reported flames broke out at ASAP Auto Recycling and Salvage.
We’ll update this post when we hear back from county fire and rescue authorities.
Here are images of the blaze:
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