Minneapolis Firefighters battle Lake Street fire with Police, Guard

Minneapolis Fire Department personnel extinguish a fire at the intersection of East Lake Street and Columbus Avenue in South Minneapolis. This event occurred amidst widespread protests and civil unrest in the city following the death of George Floyd. Members of the Minnesota National Guard and Minneapolis Police were also present at the location. The area experienced significant damage to structures during this period of unrest.
Minneapolis Fire Department personnel extinguish a fire at the intersection of East Lake Street and Columbus Avenue in South Minneapolis. This event occurred amidst widespread protests and civil unrest in the city following the death of George Floyd. Members of the Minnesota National Guard and Minneapolis Police were also present at the location. The area experienced significant damage to structures during this period of unrest.
Photo taken in May 2020.
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