Early Sunday morning, a fire near the University of Colorado Boulder campus displaced seven students as it swept through an off-campus residence. KDVR reported the fire at 1215 13th Street, with Boulder Fire-Rescue responding to the blaze. The property management company has stated they are hopeful repairs can be made rapidly, with an optimistic outlook for residents to return "very soon."
The fire was initially reported via social media around 3 a.m., according to Boulder Fire Rescue, and was put out after a few hours as reported at 4:55 a.m. in a post that, a spokesperson revealed only three of the 17 units were occupied due to most students being away for winter break, as detailed by The Denver Gazette. The fire has caused uncertainty around the residence's availability for when classes resume on January 13.
Additionally, the incident forced the closure of Half Fast Subs, a popular sub shop located on the first floor of the building. The shop, a favorite among students, announced on its social media that it would be shut down indefinitely due to the fire. Meanwhile, The Red Cross is actively involved, providing resources to aid the affected students, as mentioned by Denver7.
Despite the setbacks and current accommodations issues, no injuries were reported in connection to the fire. The full extent of the damage, and therefore the timeline for repairs, remains uncertain. However, the local community and university support services have been rallying to assist the displaced students during this challenging time.
