At approximately 2 am on May 24, a commercial fire broke out at 900 Armorlite Drive. Response teams included the San Marcos, Carlsbad and Vista Fire Departments. No injuries have been reported.
With four engine companies, two truck companies, one medic ambulance and two battalion chiefs responding, crews contained the fire within 22 minutes.
The fire’s cause is currently under investigation by the San Marcos Fire Department but it is not considered suspicious. Initial damage to the structure’s contents has been estimated at $400,000 with structural damage of $100,000 for total loss of approximately $500,000.
As the fire’s investigation continues, city staff will be working with the business on temporary relocation possibilities and recovery options.
