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ST. THOMAS — The V.I. Fire Service on Friday afternoon contained a number of fires in the Contant area, including vehicle fires and a small bush fire, according to a release issued by Gov't House.
According to the release, V.I.F.S. personnel at about 12:44 p.m. were dispatched to a vehicle fire at the Contant North Condominiums. Two units from Hotel Company responded. Upon arrival, crews found several vehicles on fire and observed flames spreading to nearby bushes.
Fire personnel commenced firefighting operations and deployed two attack lines. Within 30 minutes, the blaze was brought under control, V.I.F.S. said.
Salvage and overhaul operations were conducted, and the Arson Investigation and Prevention Unit was called to the scene, the release stated.
This fire remains under investigation by VIFS and VIPD.
At approximately 12:54 p.m., while traveling to assist crews from Hotel Company, units from Echo Company came upon a small fire by the Clear View Apartments located adjacent to the Old Mill. Firefighters responded and extinguished the fire quickly. No damage to vehicles or property was reported.
The Arson Investigation and Prevention Unit was notified.
"We are asking anyone with information about these fires to please call (340) 774-7610 and ask for the Prevention Unit. If you see any suspicious activity, please report," stated the release.
