SOUTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - Miami-Dade Fire Rescue took on a fierce blaze at a three-story apartment near Southwest 200th Street and 111th Avenue on Sunday night.
The call came in at 10:05 p.m. when concerned residents reported a possible fire. Upon arrival, fire units confronted heavy smoke and flames engulfing the apartment.
Firefighters launched an aggressive attack, successfully extinguishing the fire and preventing further damage.
A total of 47 firefighters were deployed to the scene, working to bring the situation under control.
“It was crazy. There were a lot of people in there,” said Alex Vega, a resident. “I hope that everybody is OK.”
No injuries were reported, as all occupants had successfully evacuated the building before the situation escalated.
“Right now, one family needs Red Cross, and everybody else was allowed back into the building,” said MDFR Chief Ralph Baena.
The Red Cross will now assist the family of four, including three children.
The cause of the fire is under investigation as authorities worked to determine the extent of the damage.
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