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Arson Suspected in Suisun City Walmart Fire as Store Remains Closed

The closure strains local shoppers who now must use Walmart pharmacies in Fairfield or Vacaville.

Overview

  • Multiple 911 calls brought firefighters to the Walters Road Walmart, where crews found smoke, flames and the sprinkler system running.
  • Suisun City firefighters, joined by units from Fairfield, Vacaville, Vallejo and Travis Air Force Base, contained the fire inside the store.
  • Police and fire crews evacuated employees and about 50 customers, and officials reported no injuries.
  • Heavy smoke and sprinkler water caused substantial damage to merchandise and the building, and Walmart has closed the store until further notice with prescriptions redirected to Fairfield and Vacaville locations.
  • Investigators have opened an arson case and are asking anyone with information to contact the Suisun City Fire Department.