RICHMOND, Va. — A fire erupted at a Richmond apartment building on Monday afternoon, displacing several residents and causing significant damage. The blaze broke out around 2:15 p.m. in the 3600 block of Chamberlayne Avenue.
Emergency crews quickly responded to the scene, where they discovered extensive fire and smoke damage across multiple units. Six apartments were affected by the fire, with four sustaining direct fire damage and two others impacted by smoke. Authorities confirmed that two individuals were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. One person suffered burns and smoke inhalation, while the other was hospitalized for a non-fire-related medical issue.
The American Red Cross has stepped in to assist those displaced by the fire, providing temporary shelter and support to help residents during this challenging time.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and officials have not yet released further details. Firefighters worked diligently to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to neighboring units. As authorities continue their investigation, residents are left to rebuild their lives after the devastating incident.
This fire marks the latest in a series of apartment-related emergencies in the area, prompting calls for increased safety measures and awareness in local communities.
Updates on the investigation and the condition of the injured individuals are expected to be released in the coming days.
