About 15 families were displaced after a fire broke out at a 16-unit apartment complex on Governors House Drive in Huntsville on Saturday night, Oct. 31, according to Huntsville Fire & Rescue.
Fire crews responded around 10:15 p.m. and found smoke and flames coming from the complex. Between eight and 10 Huntsville Fire & Rescue units were dispatched to control the blaze.
Fire crews encounter hydrant system issues
During firefighting efforts, crews experienced problems with the apartment complex’s privately maintained fire hydrant system, which did not function properly.
Firefighters worked to bring the situation under control while responding to the challenges with the water system. The extent of the damage to the apartment complex has not been detailed.
No injuries reported after the fire
Huntsville Fire & Rescue confirmed that no injuries were reported in connection with the incident.
The American Red Cross and apartment complex management are working together to assist the displaced families and coordinate available resources.
Fire investigation underway
The cause and origin of the fire remain under investigation, according to Huntsville Fire & Rescue.
Officials have not released additional details about what started the fire.
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