Smoke Investigation at Skate Station Funworks Parking Lot

Summary: Law enforcement requested fire department response to a smoke investigation at Skate Station Funworks, located at 1311 Northwest 76 Boulevard in Gainesville, Florida. Upon arrival, responders noted a significant amount of smoke in the parking lot with a smell resembling burning plastic or electrical components. The source was initially unknown, and the fire was suspected to be potentially large. Investigation led to a homeless camp in the area, where a smoldering fire was discovered. The situation was deemed non-hazardous, and responding units were canceled.