Fire breaks out at apartment building, 6 hospitalized

CINCINNATI

Six people have been hospitalized after a large fire broke out at a Cincinnati apartment building. Fire crews responded to the blaze that started in the middle of the multistory apartment building around 6:30 p.m. Sunday.

Resident Cheryl Dennis told WCPO-TV neighbors banded together to help people escape, including a group that created a human chain to carry out wheelchair users.

A “mayday” call was issued for one firefighter who had his face piece knocked off while battling the blaze. Cincinnati Fire Chief Roy Winston says the firefighter was treated at the scene and is back on duty. Six people have been transported to area hospitals for treatment.

The fire’s cause is under investigation.

Associated Press