More than 20 people displaced after apartment fire near I-17 and Glendale Avenue

PHOENIX — Phoenix fire crews say more than 20 people are displaced after an apartment fire Friday evening.

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Crews were dispatched to initial reports of a tree fire around 6:45 p.m. near Interstate 17 and Glendale Avenue.

When firefighters arrived, large amounts of smoke were visible from a three-story apartment complex. Officials say about 10 units were affected.

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Phoenix Fire Captain D. Lee says the fire “got too big, too fast,” and that all residents were able to evacuate safely.

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The fire remains under investigation.

Red Cross will be on scene to assist residents.

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