Cause of Tuna Mill fire in Bradford still unknown

Last week’s fire at the Tuna Mill in Bradford remains under investigation. No injuries were reported in the fire which caused more than $500,000 in damage. The State Police Fire Marshal says he has collected samples from the fire scene and interviews and the investigation continues.

Tuna Mill destroyed - No cause yet

Fire Wednesday destroyed the Tuna Mill and Lumber on Charlotte Avenue in Bradford. Fast moving flames quickly consumed the building. For eight long hours, firefighters from McKean & Cattaraugus counties battled the blaze. No injuries were reported. Damage has been pegged at over a half million dollars ($500,000).  Bradford fire and police and the State Police Fire Marshal continue to investigate…no cause has been established. 

Major fire in Bradford

There's a major fire this hour at the former Tuna Mill and Lumber on Mechanic Street in Bradford. Full department responses have been requested from city of Bradford and Bradford Township as well as the aerial truck from the city of Salamanca. The fire was reported at 10:28am with a second alarm. A second alarm was dispatched a minute later. An engine from Derrick City was requested at 10:44am. Tuna Mills and Lumber's current business location is on Charlotte Avenue. The fire has been described as a "major commercial building fire."
10:36am: Salamanca to the scene
10:44am: Derrick City to the scene
10:57am: Corydon to the scene
10:59am: Lewis Run & Lafayette on stand by