Raging fire guts 4 buildings in downtown Aberdeen

A raging fire destroyed four commercial buildings in downtown Aberdeen.

Firefighters
believe the blaze started at Grays Harbor Equipment Company around 10
p.m. Saturday night, quickly spreading to nearby buildings.

There were no reports of any injuries.On Sunday afternoon, crews were still soaking smoldering hot spots in the four buildings to keep the fire from reigniting.

More
than 60 firefighters from several agencies across Grays Harbor County
fought the blaze overnight, dumping an estimated 3,000 to 4,000 gallons
of water a minute over six hours, The Daily World of Aberdeen reported.