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Cleveland Heights crews respond to large fire at new apartment complex
Video obtained by 3News shows flames pouring out of The Marquee at Cedar Lee, which is still under construction and was expected to be completed this year.
CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, Ohio — Crews in Cleveland Heights responded to what is being described as a “large fire” at an under-construction apartment complex in the Cedar Lee District Friday night.
Video obtained by 3News shows flames pouring out of the Cedar-Lee-Meadowbrook site, also known as The Marquee at Cedar Lee, a $66 million project that was expected to be completed sometime this year. WKYC reporters have also seen smoke billowing from the complex.
No one currently lives inside the apartments, and people are being asked to avoid the area. The fire department has blocked off the Cedar-Lee intersection as well as Cedar Road eastbound starting at Kildare Road.
“Smoke is moving northbound in the direction of Heights High School,” the city of Cleveland Heights said in a statement. “Residents who live in the area: please be sure to close windows and doors. Those with respiratory issues should take extra precautions.”
Workers broke ground on the Cedar-Lee-Meadowbrook project in 2023, with Cleveland Heights Mayor Kahlil Seren touting the development as a vehicle to reenergize the neighborhood. The 206 apartments would be in addition to a downstairs area with retail and restaurant space.
The fire was still raging as of 11 p.m. Friday.
Cleveland Heights Fire Department responded to a large fire at a new apartment complex early this morning. The blaze broke out at the construction site on Cedar Road, causing extensive damage to the building.
Several fire crews were called to the scene to battle the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby structures. Residents in the area were evacuated as a precaution.
Thankfully, no injuries have been reported at this time. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story. Our thoughts are with those affected by this devastating incident.
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