South Bend, IN – Firefighters in South Bend responded to a structure fire at Prairie Apartments just after 11 a.m. Tuesday, according to the South Bend Fire Department. Crews found heavy smoke coming from a first-floor unit and quickly confirmed a working fire.
According to officials, the blaze started in a first-floor apartment and extended into the attic before firefighters brought it under control within 30 minutes. Crews performed a search and rescue operation, locating one person inside the affected unit.
Rescue personnel began resuscitation efforts on scene before transporting the individual to Memorial Hospital. Their condition has not yet been released. Two other residents were evaluated by medics but declined transport, officials said.
At least four apartment units sustained damage, and the American Red Cross is assisting displaced residents. Firefighters reported no injuries among crews during the operation.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the South Bend Fire Department.
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