WACO, Texas — Several residents of the Abbey Glenn apartments in the 700 block of south 4th Street in Waco were displaced by a large fire early Saturday morning.
Waco firefighters arrived on the scene at 12:50 a.m.
Upon arrival, the fire had extended into the attic space, triggering a second alarm at 1:03 a.m.
Sixteen apartment units were destroyed, displacing 15 families.
All occupants were evacuated with no injuries reported; those displaced are currently being assisted by the Red Cross.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation at this time.
INCIDENT UPDATE- 2nd Alarm Apartment Fire in the 700 Block of S. 4th St. - Main body of fire knocked down, transitioning to overhaul. 16 apartment units affected. pic.twitter.com/6xE9Ne2Px9
— Waco Fire Department (@WacoTXFire) October 30, 2021