A person suffered smoke inhalation and a dog died in a multi-residential fire in Denver on Friday.
Crews have declared the fire at 1885 S. Quebec Way under control, & will be on scene as the investigation takes place. One individual suffered significant smoke inhalation and minor burns, 1 dog died, 5 dogs were rescued, & 4 units destroyed. No updates to follow.
— Denver Fire Department (@Denver_Fire)
The two-alarm blaze broke out before noon at 1885 S. Quebec Way, according to firefighters. The Denver Fire Department and South Metro Fire Rescue responded to the fire.
One person suffered “significant” smoke inhalation and minor burns and was taken by ambulance to a local hospital, according to DFD. Five dogs were rescue and one dog died.
Four townhome residences were destroyed.
Update: South Metro and Firefighters working together on searches and fire control.
— South Metro Fire Rescue (@SouthMetroPIO)
Flames and smoke were visible from both floors of a two-story unit when firefighters arrived on scene. An DFD investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.
