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16 people safe following fire at Progress Rail in Naples, firefighter injured

A spokesperson tells us that 16 people were inside the building, all of them made it out safely, and one firefighter injured.
Crews responding to Naples fire
Crews responding to Naples fire
Posted at 6:45 AM, May 17, 2024

Update 9:03AM

Greater Naples Fire Rescue District says one firefighter went to the hospital from heat exhaustion and will recover.

“It’s been super hot recently even early in the morning and humid. When they put on that extra 60 pounds of gear...sometimes it just hits you and your out. He’s going to be okay and will make a full recovery," Public Information Officer Tiffany Wood says.

They say the fire possibly started when a Progress Rail employee started the heater.

However, the official cause remains under investigation. The fire significantly damaged the building, but they won't know the extent until they complete the investigation.

Fire at Progress Rail in Naples

Twenty units responded to the scene and 41 firefighters responded.

The fire is under control.

Update 8:42AM

The business at this location is Progress Rail.

A spokesperson tells us that 16 people were inside the building, all of them made it out safely, and no injuries were reported.

Original Reporting

Greater Naples Fire Rescue District says crews are responding to a structure fire in Naples.

According to their post, the fire occurred at 3581 Mercantile Avenue.

The cause of the fire is unknown.

In addition, crews from Naples Fire are responding as well.

FOX 4's Ella Rhoades is on her way to the scene.