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More than 20 residents were displaced after an apartment fire in Arlington on Monday afternoon, Feb. 23, officials said.
Arlington Fire Department
More than 20 residents were displaced after an apartment fire in Arlington on Monday afternoon, officials said.
The Arlington Fire Department received calls about the blaze about 1:30 p.m. on the 4900 block of Sigmond Drive, according to Arlington Fire Department social media posts.
A second alarm was requested after reports of a large column of smoke visible from the apartment complex, officials said.
When the fire crew arrived, heavy fire conditions were reported on the first and second floors of the apartment building, according to the fire department.
Firefighters attacked the fire and conducted a primary search of the structure. A third alarm was requested a short time later after the blaze was observed through the roof “to ensure adequate personnel and equipment were available,” officials said.
The fire was under control approximately 20 minutes after the first unit arrived on scene, officials said.
The apartment building consists of 16 units, one of which was vacant at the time of the fire. The American Red Cross has been assisting 24 displaced residents, including 19 adults and five children with temporary housing and support services, officials said.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation. No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported, officials said.
This story was originally published February 24, 2026 at 10:11 AM.
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Shambhavi Rimal
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