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News Breaking News Firefighters Swiftly Quell Attic Fire in Apartment Building

Firefighters Swiftly Quell Attic Fire in Apartment Building

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March 17, 2026 | Columbus, OH

Firefighters from the Columbus Fire Department responded to a working fire in the attic of a two-story apartment building early on March 17. Crews arrived at the scene around 1:59 a.m. and quickly knocked down the flames. The blaze was brought under control with no reported injuries or resident displacements.

CFD on scene, working fire in the attic of a 2 story apartment building, fire knocked down.CFD on scene, working fire in the attic of a 2 story apartment building, fire knocked down.

Investigators are probing the cause of the fire, which was confined to the attic. Details on the damage extent remain unreleased.

This event underscores the critical role of smoke detectors and early alert systems in multi-unit residences.

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