Electrical issues caused Sunday gas station fire

PANAMA CITY — A fire that caused traffic snarls Sunday afternoon was caused by electrical issues, according to a Panama City Fire Department investigation.

Firefighters and police quickly descended on Mr. Mart Texaco at 5100 U.S. 98 around 2:30 p.m. Sunday. A fire was discovered on the building's exterior that spread to the inside of the gas station. Police managed traffic in the area while firefighters put the fire out.

No injuries were reported. The business was turned over to the owner after less than an hour.