Three-Alarm Blaze Rips Through Three-Story Apartment Building

March 05, 2026 | Redwood City, CA

A three-alarm fire erupted in a three-story apartment building, triggering a major emergency response from firefighters. Crews faced intense conditions with flames shooting from the roof and ongoing operations inside the top floor. The blaze quickly escalated, prompting a third alarm and calls for mutual aid from neighboring fire departments including Woodside and Menlo Park. It was first reported around 2:26 p.m. on March 5.

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Officials have not confirmed any injuries at this time, and investigators are working to determine the cause. Authorities are also evaluating the building's structural stability and potential risks to nearby areas.

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