Austin, Texas — A massive fire broke out late Sunday night at Motel 9 near the University/Downtown area, sending plumes of smoke visible across the city skyline.
Local reports and footage shared by Citizen show multiple structures fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters from the Austin Fire Department responded rapidly, deploying several engines to contain the blaze before it could spread to nearby buildings.
Investigators are expected to determine the cause once the site is secured. Officials are urging residents to avoid the area and allow emergency responders to operate safely.
More updates will follow as this story develops.
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