Overview
- Federal authorities said a suspect has been arrested in connection with the Oct. 31 Southside blaze and faces state charges under a Birmingham police case.
- Fire crews reported the blaze began in a vacant building on 20th Street South, spread to three adjacent structures for a total of four affected, and no injuries were reported.
- Birmingham Fire and Rescue said the primary structure is a total loss, and the other three buildings will likely be ruled total losses after inspections.
- Power has been restored to the wider area except for the damaged properties, and 20th Street South between 13th and 14th Avenue as well as Cobb Lane remain closed for safety.
- The American Red Cross is assisting the 19 displaced residents, and community fundraising on GoFundMe had surpassed $36,000 as of Sunday.