A devastating fire claimed two lives at the Avenue Liquor Store in Redwood City this week. The Redwood City Fire Department received the call about the blaze around 5:30 AM on Monday and arrived to find the structure on Roosevelt Avenue fully engulfed, as reported by an update from local authorities.
In a tragic turn of events during the firefighting efforts, responders discovered two individuals inside the building. According to the Redwood City Police Department, the victims were found deceased at the scene. An investigative collaboration between the Redwood City Police Department, Redwood City Fire Department, and the San Mateo County Coroner's Office is currently underway to establish the identities of the victims and the circumstances surrounding their presence in the building during the fire. The names of the victims have not been released pending identification and notification of next of kin.
Meanwhile, an article from Hoodline provided additional details on the incident, noting the grim scene firefighters encountered. "During suppression efforts, firefighters opening the roof observed what appeared to be two individuals inside the structure," the report confirmed. These efforts paint a harrowing picture of the reality that emergency responders regularly face, as well as the acute tragedies that can occur within our communities.
The fire's origin and cause remain under investigation, with the owner of the Avenue Liquor Store already in contact with investigators. As details unfold, the law enforcement urges anyone with information about this incident to come forward. The Redwood City Police Department can be reached at (650) 780-7100.
