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Crews respond to fire at historic Rockefeller Building in downtown Cleveland
By Victor Alvarez
Fire at historic Rockefeller Building in downtown Cleveland was caused by demolition, asbestos abatement work, firefighters say
Victor Alvarez
Victor Alvarez
Senior Reporter · Cleveland, OH
Victor brings a decade of experience in business journalism, having previously reported for Crain's Cleveland Business. He holds an MBA from Case Western Reserve University and focuses on the economic impact of local enterprises. His thorough analysis provides insights into Cleveland's ever-changing business landscape.
More from Victor →Senior Reporter · Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 2:22 PM · 1 min read
The fire at the historic Rockefeller Building was deemed accidental, with officials saying it was caused by workers doing demolition and asbestos abatement.
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Local news from Cleveland Current
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Business
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Saturday, November 14, 2026
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