Building Collapses In Extra-Alarm Fire At Northwest Side Plant

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CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- Firefighters were on the scene of a four-alarm fire on Chicago's Northwest Side Tuesday evening.

No injuries were reported at the commercial site, Newly Weds Food Factory, at 4125 W. Wrightwood, but the blaze generated tall flames and heavy black smoke that could be seen for miles. 

Around 6 p.m., the building collapsed. It is considered a total loss, the Chicago Fire Department said.

311. No injuries. Now declaring a Haz mat. Level one. pic.twitter.com/UshvZSK55i

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