Massive Fire Strikes Amherst Apartment Complex
On Friday night, a significant fire broke out at the Olympia Place apartment complex near the UMass Amherst campus in Amherst, Massachusetts, displacing approximately 230 residents.
Fire Spread and Damage
The fire began around 8:19 p.m. in a building still under construction adjacent to the complex. Flames quickly spread from this site to nearby apartment buildings, with some parts collapsing as the fire continued through the night.
Fire officials reported a construction crane collapsed in the blaze, and several explosions occurred, likely caused by fuel tanks at the construction site.
Response and Impact
Firefighters from across the region responded to the emergency and battled the flames well into Saturday morning. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.
The affected complex primarily houses students, and the town, university, aid agencies, and property managers coordinated efforts to assist those displaced.
"The fire was centered on the Olympia Place apartment complex and spread from one building to another," said the Amherst Fire Department.
"Several explosions were reported, likely from construction fuel tanks," fire officials stated.
Location
The fire occurred east of the main UMass Amherst campus at a construction site next to the apartment complex.
Ongoing Efforts
The university and local authorities continue working to support those affected by the fire.
Author's summary: A massive fire at the Olympia Place complex in Amherst displaced 230 residents but caused no injuries; emergency crews worked overnight amid dangerous conditions including explosions and structural collapses.
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