Firefighters responded to a 2-alarm fire at an apartment complex in Montgomery Village on Monday. The fire broke out in the early morning hours, prompting a large emergency response from multiple fire departments.
Witnesses reported seeing flames shooting out of the building, which quickly spread to multiple units. Residents were evacuated from the building and fortunately, there were no reports of any injuries.
Fire crews worked quickly to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading further. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but officials believe it may have started in one of the units on the top floor of the building.
The American Red Cross was on scene to assist displaced residents with temporary housing and other immediate needs. The building sustained significant damage and it is unclear when residents will be able to return to their homes.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of having working smoke alarms in all homes and having an evacuation plan in place. It also highlights the bravery and dedication of firefighters who put their lives on the line to protect the community.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the fire to come forward and assist with the investigation. In the meantime, residents of the apartment complex are grateful for the swift response of emergency crews and are coming together to support one another during this difficult time.
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