A fire broke out at The Elliot Apartments on Northridge Way on Wednesday afternoon, displacing 20 tenants. No injuries were reported.
Just The Facts:
• The fire was reported at The Elliot Apartments, located at 4047 Northridge Way NW.
• Firefighters reported heavy fire coming from the windows and attic of the building.
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• A bystander alerted firefighters, believing someone was trapped, but the apartment was confirmed vacant.
• No injuries were reported, and all tenants were accounted for.
• 20 tenants were displaced due to the damage, and the apartment management is coordinating with the American Red Cross to provide temporary housing and assistance.
• The cause of the fire is still undetermined.
The Details: At 3:44 p.m., firefighters were dispatched to the apartment complex after receiving reports of a fire. Smoke alarms could be heard in the background during the 911 call. Upon arriving at 3:49 p.m., fire crews found heavy flames shooting from the windows and attic of a three-story building.
As firefighters prepared to enter, a bystander tried breaking a window, believing a child was trapped inside. However, search teams found the apartment vacant.
The fire was extinguished by 4:19 p.m. Utility companies arrived shortly after to secure the area.
Why It Matters: With 20 tenants displaced, the fire impacts multiple families and highlights the ongoing need for community support during emergencies like this. Though no injuries were reported, the fire caused significant property damage, and the displaced residents are now relying on emergency assistance.
What’s Next?: Fire investigators are working to determine the cause of the blaze. Meanwhile, apartment management will continue working with the American Red Cross to ensure displaced tenants have access to housing and essential services in the coming days.
