Posted on 10/26/2026 6:26:27 PM PDT by doc maverick
“ NEWPORT, Ore — A massive fire that destroyed a Pacific Seafood storage facility in Newport is raising concerns about the long-term impact on the local economy, as nearby business owners worry about losing customers who worked at one of the city's largest employers. The fire broke out shortly before 9 a.m. Sunday, sending towering clouds of white, gray and black smoke over Newport's historic Bayfront. Flames tore through the approximately 11,000-square-foot building, causing much of its roof and walls to collapse. Video from inside the facility shows extensive damage, with much of the interior charred black.
The Oregon State Fire Marshal's office is leading the investigation, with the Newport Fire Department assisting.”
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