BIG BEAVER, Pa. — Flames tore through a paving company Thursday morning in Big Beaver.
The fire was reported about 5 a.m. at Lindy Paving on Shenango Road, officials said.
PHOTOS: Fire burns at paving company
The fire engulfed the building, sending flames shooting from the roof and sides. Thick, black smoke also filled the sky and area surrounding the building.
Dozens of firefighters swarmed to bring the blaze under control. Crews continued dousing hot spots into the afternoon.
"A natural gas line that was going into the building was feeding the fire for a while until we got it shut off," said Adam Creep, chief of the Big Beaver Fire Department. "Honestly it’s the frozen ground that’s more hazardous for one of us to slip and fall."
A fire marshal is investigating the cause of the fire.
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