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Virginia Beach amphitheater catches on fire, sustains damage

(Image: Virginia Beach Fire Department)
(Image: Virginia Beach Fire Department)

 

Veterans Home Loans United Amphitheater in Virginia Beach sustained heavy damage in a fire early Friday morning, according to the Virginia Beach Fire Department

A fire department spokesperson said Crews first arrived at the scene, located in the 3500 block of Cellar Door Way around 1:30 a.m.

The crews reported heavy fire in the back near the production wing of the complex.

The spokesperson said the fire was under control around 2:50 a.m. One firefighter sustained minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital for treatment.

Investigators are still determining the cause of the fire.

Connor Worley is a Missouri native who creates long-form content in coordination with WHRO’s newsroom and other departments. WHRV listeners will recognize Connor as an occasional on-air host. Connor earned his Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Print from the University of Missouri and a master's degree in Journalism and Audio at the Cronkite School of Arizona State. Connor enjoys the great outdoors, technology, and music. He lives in Virginia Beach.

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