Fremont Apartment Fire Claims One Life and Displaces Dozens

Early morning blaze at Waterstone Apartments leaves one dead, three injured, and 30 families seeking shelter as investigation into cause continues.

The fire broke out at 2:53 a.m. Sunday in a fourth-floor unit at the Waterstone Apartments on Bidwell Drive in Fremont.
Firefighters rescued multiple residents trapped on a balcony, two of whom attempted to leap to safety before the fire was brought under control by 3:40 a.m.
One person died in the fire, while three others sustained injuries, including one in critical condition, one in serious but stable condition, and one with minor injuries.
All residents of the 30-unit building were displaced due to extensive smoke and water damage, with support being provided by the American Red Cross and property management.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Fremont Fire Department and Police Department.