Hamilton firefighters battle early morning blaze

Hamilton fire crews remain on the scene of an apartment fire that broke out shortly after 7 a.m. on Heaton Street.

Crews remained on the scene just after 9 a.m., shooting water on the two-story building to make sure all hot spots were extinguished.

Firefighters on the scene told the Journal-News that they believe the building was abandoned.

No injuries were reported.

Firefighters at the scene said the icy weather was causing some issues with their efforts. It can be difficult to keep their footing when it is so icy, they said.

We will continue to bring you more details.

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