Fire Battled in Former Va Tobacco Factory

Source from:  Washington Examiner 07/19/2010

PETERSBURG, VA. - A part of Petersburg tobacco history has been hit by fire. About 60 firefighters responded Saturday to a fire at the former Brown and Williamson tobacco factory. Witnesses said the spectacular blaze sent flames hundreds of feet into the air. The building is amid a renovation into 75 loft apartments. No injuries were reported. Enditem