By Associated Press - Thursday, February 6, 2014

PATERSON, N.J. (AP) - Firefighters are pouring water on hot spots in a stubborn fire in a commercial building.

The blaze started around 9:30 p.m. Wednesday in the three-story structure that houses several businesses on George Street.

At the height of the blaze, flames were visible from as far as a mile away.



In addition to the flames, firefighters are dealing with bitter cold and icy conditions.

No injuries are reported and nearby homes were not evacuated.

There’s no word on what caused the fire.

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