Fire damages popular Fort Lauderdale nightclub and spreads to nearby business

A fire broke out early Monday morning at a popular nightclub in downtown Fort Lauderdale, according to CBS News Miami. The blaze prompted a rapid response from fire crews who worked to extinguish the flames.

WPLG Local 10 reported that the fire sent thick black smoke into the sky and spread from the nightclub to a neighboring business, increasing the scale of the incident.

Firefighters remained on scene to control the fire and prevent further damage to nearby properties. No information on injuries or the cause of the fire has been released yet.

Authorities continue to investigate the incident and assess the full extent of the damage caused by the fire in the downtown area.