ALTON - Neighbors close to the explosion and significant fire at Hatch & Kirk, 4758 Humbert Road in Alton, were all surprised Friday morning at witnessing a raging blaze so close to their homes. Multiple fire agencies responded from Alton, Godfrey, Fosterburg, Wood River, Brighton, and across the river from Blackjack, MO, responded to the scene.
A portion of the Hatch & Kirk building had collapsed.
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One carpenter near the scene saw smoke initially and went back into a home nearby. When he came back out, the fire was roaring, he said.
Other neighbors said they didn't hear any explosion but quickly knew this was a serious situation at Hatch & Kirk.
Officials reported that everyone had evacuated the building and there were no reports of injuries.
More to come.
