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Three-Alarm Fire Prompts Evacuations, Shuts Leetsdale Drive in Denver

Officials have not determined a cause or reported injuries at the under-construction three-story apartment building.

Overview

  • The blaze was reported Friday evening near Leetsdale Drive and S. Forest Street, drawing a large multi-agency response.
  • The Denver Fire Department designated the incident a three-alarm fire as additional companies arrived.
  • Denver Police closed Leetsdale in both directions near Forest Street and asked the public to avoid the area.
  • Residents nearby received evacuation orders while crews worked to contain the flames and manage smoke visible from miles away.
  • Investigators have not identified a cause, and authorities have not announced any injuries as the response continues.