Massive fire destroys Kissimmee pawn shop, 45 firefighters battle blaze on Vine Street

A massive fire completely destroyed Simple Pawn Jewelry on West Vine Street Saturday morning, sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky and causing major traffic disruptions during rush hour.The Kissimmee Fire Department responded to the call at approximately 6 a.m. According to officials, it took 45 firefighters and more than a dozen trucks to bring the intense blaze under control. The effort was so significant that crews attacked the flames from both the ground and the air using ladder trucks.One firefighter suffered from heat exhaustion while battling the high temperatures and was treated on-site by medics. No other injuries were reported.Firefighters faced several obstacles as they worked to contain the fire. Crews had to use saws to cut through metal bars on the windows to gain access to the building, sending sparks flying in the process. Additionally, because the business sells firearms, there was a heightened concern that live ammunition inside the store could explode due to