Vehicle Strikes Commercial Building in Oroville, Causes Fire

Vehicle Strikes Commercial Building in Oroville, Causes Fire

A vehicle strikes commercial building in Oroville, causes fire. The Oroville Police Department reported that around 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 7, 2025, a vehicle crashed into a commercial building at the intersection of Montgomery Street and Lincoln Street. Emergency personnel, including CAL FIRE crews, quickly responded to the scene.

Authorities say the impact of the crash severed power lines, sparking a fire. CAL FIRE confirmed that the blaze was promptly extinguished and that no injuries or fatalities occurred. Road closures were temporarily in place along Huntoon Street at Montgomery Street and Oak Street at Montgomery Street while officials worked to secure the area and clear the scene.

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