Early Wednesday morning, a fire broke out at a West Sacramento hotel, prompting a substantial response from local fire departments. The Radisson Hotel on Halyard Drive, which was undergoing renovation, was the site of a major blaze that required several hours of effort by fire crews, according to FOX40. The fire was upgraded to a 2-alarm incident, with firefighters arriving just before 1 a.m. After battling the flames for about five hours, the crews managed to extinguish the fire and address remaining hot spots.
The engulfed hotel, situated just off of Highway 50, has been partially undergoing renovations for multiple years. Firefighters faced a challenging scenario as they arrived to find one part of the two-story hotel under construction ablaze, according to CBS News. Despite the complexities posed by the construction, fire officials stated that crews initially took a defensive posture. No injuries have been reported in the wake of the incident.
The extent of the damage to the Radisson Hotel is yet to be fully assessed. Nevertheless, the thorough response by various local agencies, including teams from Sacramento, Davis, and UC Davis, prevented the fire from spreading to nearby structures. The hotel, which had been vacant due to the ongoing renovations, is now facing an investigation to determine the cause of the fire.
The cause of the fire is still unknown, but officials are working to determine how the ongoing renovation project turned into a blaze. Investigators will examine the ashes and debris for answers, as noted by authorities. The investigation will continue, led by local officials and the West Sacramento Fire Department.
