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Rockford auto shop fire causes thousands in damage



ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Heavy smoke billowed from an auto shop on Kilburn Avenue in Rockford late Thursday morning as crews worked to control a fire.

Employees from State Line Auto Parts tell 23 News the fire started when a worker was cutting a piece of metal that threw a spark.

Fire crews at the scene say no one was hurt and damages are estimated at $50,000-$100,000.

23 News will continue to update you as we learn more.