KCK firefighters faced possible flammable materials fire at barn on Alma

Kansas City, Kansas, firefighters were fighting a large barn fire in the 1800 block of Alma this morning, according to fire officials.

Fire officials stated they believe there may be chemicals, ammunition and vehicles in the barn. It is also possible that propane was at the site, according to officials.

The fire was being fought in defensive mode only, according to officials.

The fire started around 10:50 a.m. and is now out, according to Deputy Chief John Zimbelman. He said the rain that fell this morning helped extinguish the fire.

Fire investigators are on the scene of the fire, trying to determine the cause of the fire, he said.