TACOMA, Wash. — Fire crews responded to a fire on top of the historic Temple Theatre in downtown Tacoma.
The Tacoma Fire Department says the fire started at around 4:19 p.m. on Tuesday at St Helens Avenue and South Second Street.
The building also houses the Landmark Convention Center.
The fire was quickly put out, and crews remained on scene to monitor for hotspots.
TFD said the fire was contained to the roof top deck.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
00 blk St Helens Ave, 4:19pm - TFD is on scene of a building fire downtown. Appears to be on the roof of the building. Please avoid the area while crews are actively responding. More to follow. pic.twitter.com/1wKCZL4rDP
— Tacoma Fire (@TacomaFire) May 12, 2026
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