Major Fire and Rescue Operation at Three-Story Commercial Structure in Albemarle County

Summary: A large-scale fire broke out at a three-story commercial structure in Albemarle County, Virginia. Multiple fire and rescue units responded to the scene, encountering heavy flames on the second and third floors, primarily on the Alpha and Bravo sides of the building. Several victims were located and extricated from the second floor, with ongoing search and rescue operations extending to the third floor. The incident required a coordinated fire attack, multiple medic units, and the deployment of additional crews and equipment. The situation posed a significant risk to both victims and responders, with multiple rescues and ongoing suppression efforts reported throughout the event.