Fire Erupts at Abandoned Grocery Store formally known as “Cooks” in Brawley; Cause still unknown 

Brawley, CA - June 17, 2024 - A massive fire engulfed and destroyed a historic building in Brawley on Monday evening. The blaze, which erupted at the old Cooks Market located at 395 West E Street, was first reported just before 6:00 p.m. The Brawley Fire Department responded quickly, and the severity of the situation led to a second alarm being issued almost immediately upon their arrival. Just minutes later, a third alarm was called, signaling the need for extensive resources and personnel.
The fire drew mutual aid from nearly every fire department in Imperial Valley, with firefighters from Calipatria, Holtville, and Brawley, among others, converging on the scene. Crews battled the wind-aided flames with both ground units and aerial firefighters using ladders to tackle the inferno from above. The fire was largely contained by 7:30 p.m., though fire personnel remained on-site late into the evening to ensure the flames were completely extinguished and to prevent any flare-ups…
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