Fire tore through a Duluth auto repair shop Monday afternoon, but everyone inside made it out safely.

What Happened: Just before 2 p.m., Stefan International Car Service on Buford Highway reported a fire. Crews arrived within minutes to find heavy smoke and flames pouring from the single-story building.

Workers were already evacuating when firefighters pulled up.

After confirming no one was trapped, crews switched to a defensive attack, dousing the flames from outside for safety.

The blaze was under control within an hour, though crews stayed behind to knock down hot spots.

Between the Lines: Investigators say the fire started accidentally while a vehicle was being repaired.

The shop owner told crews the blaze broke out as they worked on a car.

No injuries were reported, though th

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