Garage fire at Fiery Daytona ends Michelin Pilot Challenge training

An impressive cloud of smoke rose from the infield near the pit entrance at Daytona International Speedway after emergency crews managed to extinguish a big fire during Wednesday's Michelin Pilot Challenge practice.

A fireplace that broke out in one in all the outbuildings situated near a gas station within the Yellow Garage area – where the IMSA WeatherTech workshops are situated throughout the Rolex weekend – initially gave the impression to be related to an on-track incident that occurred during practice at the identical location. activity. After chatting with individuals who were near the hearth, a small plume of smoke was visible prior to the actual fire, but was believed to be related to the incident.

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Officials red-flagged the practice as track emergency crews worked with the Daytona Beach Fire Department to quickly extinguish the hearth and attend to a automobile that was involved in an apparently unrelated incident. No injuries were reported.

Following the hearth, Daytona International Speedway released the next statement:

“A structure fire occurred in the area of ​​the yellow parking garage at Daytona International Speedway on Wednesday afternoon. There were no injuries and track activity resumed after a very short break. Thanks to the quick work of the Daytona Beach Fire Department and the Daytona International Speedway Emergency Services team, the fire was quickly contained and extinguished. The Commander of the State Fire Service is investigating the cause of the fire.”

The area is currently cordoned off and crews proceed to wash up the realm and assess the cause.

Fire at Daytona on Wednesday – training day