Eight semi-trucks caught fire at the Port of Oakland Sunday, according to officials. A giant plume of black smoke could be seen throughout the Bay Area.
Authorities tweeted around 8:30 a.m. that crews were at 14th and Maritime calling it a "well involved" fire.
Smoke could be seen throughout the Bay. Many took to social media to share videos of the huge black plume of smoke. Initially one crew was sent to the fire, but soon after other workers were called to help, officials said.Around 9:30 a.m. OFD said 12 firefighters from three companies were able to successfully extinguish the blaze.Offers from FOX Television stations and our advertisers
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