Yuma Fire Leaves Three Injured, Including Firefighters

Yuma Fire Leaves Three Injured, Including Firefighters A fire at a commercial business in Yuma, Arizona, on May 10, 2025, resulted in injuries to three people, including two firefighters. The incident occurred at an auto parts shop, where the fire rapidly spread, leading to power outages in parts of the city. According to Jeff Woodruff, Rural Metro Battalion Chief, firefighters arrived to find a large lot with crushed cars and other chemicals fully engulfed in flames. "We got here, we found a large lot with both crushed cars and other cars and other chemicals fully involved on fire." The fire caused significant damage to the business and surrounding area. One worker suffered burns and was transported to a local hospital. While two firefighters were also injured, only one required hospital treatment. The extent of the injuries to all three individuals remains unknown. The Yuma Fire Department is investigating the cause of the fire. The incident highlights the risks faced by firefighters and the importance of fire safety precautions.