Overview
- Firefighters and multiple agencies are fighting a large, active fire at the Helix Apartments after crews responded to smoke around 4:45–5:00 p.m. on Friday.
- Aerial and on-scene reports show flames spread across the roof and heavily damaged a large portion of the building as crews worked to contain the blaze.
- No injuries have been reported so far and The Salvation Army is at the scene helping displaced residents with immediate needs.
- City officials say the cause remains under investigation and have noted a possible, unconfirmed origin on a third-floor balcony.
- Coverage is preliminary and developing with officials continuing suppression work and investigators working to determine the full extent of damage and final occupant impacts.