Fireworks blamed for fire that badly damaged Hopewell soccer complex

HOPEWELL, Va. — Authorities say the fire that badly damaged the Atwater Soccer Complex in Hopewell was caused by discarded firework.

The fire, reported late Sunday night, caused "significant damage to the entire building and its contents," officials said.

City of Hopewell

Fire investigators received tips about "people using fireworks in the parking lot" at the complex Saturday night.

Officials urged anyone who drove by the complex between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. Saturday and noticed activity to please contact the Hopewell Fire Marshal’s Office at 804-541-2290.

The Atwater Soccer Complex remains closed and officials previously asked folks to "stay away from the affected area to allow emergency responders to work safely and efficiently."

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