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On Thursday evening, around 6:15 p.m. local time, a fire broke out at Denver, Colorado’s Ball Arena, prompting the venue to be evacuated ahead of the performance, Denver Fire Department spokesman Captain Greg Pixley tells PEOPLE.
No injuries have been reported due to the incident, according to a Ball Arenapress release.
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The concert has now been rescheduled for March 9. Tickets that were purchased for the March 3 show will be honored at the rescheduled date, per Ball Arena.
“We are thankful for the well-being of our patrons and staff who were in Ball Arena,” the venue said in its news release.
“Denver show POSTPONED tonight because of small fire at Ball Arena in a suite. 😔,” the musician captioned a selfie with Crowder, a fellow Christian musician whom he’s on tour with. The picture was taken outside the venue, as people exited the event space.
“My Mile High friends…..we will be back, hopefully soon. We will make it happen,” he continued. “What God has put together let no flames put asunder! Glad everyone is safe. Thank you Denver fire dept. So bummed but see you soon.”
In a follow-up post, the “Lights Shine Bright” rapper apologized for the change of plans.
“We’re so sorry this happened to all of us Denver. But between the arena, the promoter, the bands, the crew and everyone involved, we’re gonna make it happen on March 9th,” hewroteon Instagram.
“I’m so grateful everyone worked together to let us return so quickly and do what we set out to do,” the musician continued. “Thankful no one was hurt and looking forward to being together soon!!!!”
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