VIRGINIA BEACH, Va.— An investigation is underway into what caused a fire at the Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater on Friday.
Crews arrived at the scene in the 3500 block of Cellar Door Way just before 1:40 a.m., according to the Virginia Beach Fire Department. Crews said they found heavy fire in the back of the amphitheater.
A fire department spokesperson said the fire was under control around 2:30 a.m. One firefighter suffered a minor injury.
District Chief Joshua Goyet later told News 3 the offices and production area appear to be a total loss.
It is unclear if future concerts and events at the venue will be impacted. Upcoming acts include Janet Jackson on May 14 and Morgan Wallen on June 8.
News 3 received a statement from Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater:
"We are grateful to the VBFD for the swift action to contain the fire at the amphitheater."
Tiffany Russell, with the communications department of the City of Virginia Beach wrote, "The City understands how important this venue is to our community and visitors."
Russell added "an investigation and assessment like this will take several days. Once that has been complete, the City plans to coordinate with Live Nation on releasing next steps and any additional information."
