Overview
- Tacoma Fire said a blaze on the Temple Theatre roof sent heavy smoke over downtown as crews moved in to fight it.
- The response was upgraded to a two-alarm high-rise to reach the multi-story building's roof and move water to that level.
- Officials reported the flames appeared confined to a deck on top of the roof during the operation.
- Firefighters later declared the fire under control, and crews are checking for hot spots.
- The cause is under investigation, and authorities asked people to avoid nearby streets as work continues.