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Multiple houses, garages go up in flames on Cleveland's East Side

Dozens of firefighters responded to the scene
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CLEVELAND — A multi-house fire on Cleveland's East Side on Tuesday afternoon prompted a massive response from the Cleveland Division of Fire.

It happened near East 150th Street, just north of St. Clair Avenue.

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According to authorities, 21 Cleveland fire companies and 60 firefighters responded after four houses and four garages went up in flames. Three of the homes were occupied when crews arrived.

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Additionally, numerous trees were burning.

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Firefighters were able to knock down the flames and bring the situation under control. No resident injuries have been reported, but one firefighter was taken to a nearby hospital for a back injury, authorities said.

The cause of the fire hasn't been determined.

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