Large encampment fire breaks out under bridge near Oakland's Lake Merritt

OAKLAND, Calif. -- Oakland firefighters responded to a large encampment fire that broke out underneath a bridge near Lake Merritt Thursday evening.

An Oakland Fire Department spokesperson said the fire was first reported around 7:30 p.m. burning near 1200 Lakeshore Avenue. Several apartment buildings are located in the immediate neighborhood.
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More than 20 firefighters worked to put out the blaze and thankfully, officials say no one was injured.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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