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East Dallas Condo Fire Hospitalizes 2 Firefighters, Heavily Damages Top Floor

The cause remains under investigation following a swift second-alarm response that spared residents from injury.

Overview

  • Dallas Fire-Rescue says the firefighters sustained minor injuries during overhaul operations after the main blaze was knocked down.
  • Roughly 45 to 50 firefighters responded under a second alarm, and the fire was declared extinguished at 3:56 p.m.
  • Flames were first seen on a third-floor balcony and had spread to the roof by the time crews arrived.
  • Most of the top floor sustained significant damage, displacing residents who are receiving assistance from the American Red Cross.
  • Officials report no resident injuries, and investigators are working to determine how the fire started.