A MASSIVE fire and explosions have erupted next to the Phoenix airport with propane tanks sent flying 500 yards into the air like missiles.

Firefighters are battling the flames at a propane business during a sweltering heatwave that’s brought temperatures as high as 119 degrees.

Phoenix Fire Capt Rob McDade said the situation was “very dangerous” as they continue to battle the flames against the burning projectiles, CBS affiliate KTVK reports.

Nearby, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport is considering shutting down the runway, but the fire has not impacted flights yet, McDade said.

A spokesperson told The U.S. Sun that they have closed down the western entrance of the building, but continue to operate normally.

The Arizona Animal Welfare League, which also borders the building, has safely evacuated all staff and animals.

Locals reporters at the scene say they’re hearing multiple explosions and fear that cars could have caught fire in the spread.

As of now, firefighters are bravely attempting to surround the blaze and lessen the intensity so they can turn off the gas.

It’s unclear what started the blaze or if anyone has been injured.

Videos taken of the terrifying fire show dark black smoke billowing from the building and filling the atmosphere of the city.

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The fire burned through the building and caused the roof to collapse, local reporters said.

Crews have blocked access to Gateway Community College, and Valley Metro said rail trains heading west will have to stop at a nearby station, according to local reports.

The unpredictable blaze comes in the middle of crushing heat as Phoenix just experienced its hottest day of the year.

The average temps of 108 degrees at the airport in particular smashed previous records that were set in 1990, the National Weather Service said on Twitter.

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