Early morning fire roars through Spring Valley businesses

 Fire caused heavy damage to several businesses in a strip mall near Spring Valley on Monday.

The blaze erupted around 2:45 a.m. Monday on the northwest corner of Paradise Valley Road and Worthington Street, according to the San Diego Fire- Rescue Department.

The flames were contained and knocked down by 4:14 a.m., but crews remained on the scene for several hours, with utilities cut off to surrounding businesses.

At least two businesses were reported destroyed, with two others sustaining damage, officials said. The worst of the flames seems to have destroyed Ish Exclusive skate and apparel shop. San Diego Fire Rescue estimated the damages at $4 million.

No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire was under investigation. Two vehicles parked near the fire were destroyed by the heat from the fire as well, according to SDFD.

Personnel from San Miguel Fire & Rescue, National City and Chula Vista assisted in the effort.