Fire crews rushed to a first-alarm apartment blaze near 51st Street and Elliott Road in south Phoenix early Thursday, the Phoenix Fire Department said. A department public information officer was on scene, and officials said they would share more once additional details are available.
Officials At The Scene
According to the Phoenix Fire Department, crews are actively battling a first-alarm apartment fire near 51st Street and Elliott Road, and the department's public information officer is on site and expected to provide an update. The initial alert did not include information on injuries, evacuations or what sparked the blaze.
How Phoenix Fire Responds
The department operates roughly 60 fire stations and dozens of engine and ladder companies across the city, according to the City of Phoenix. The Phoenix Fire Foundation notes the department responds to an average of more than 27 emergency calls per hour, a reminder of how quickly a major incident can put pressure on crews already juggling a steady stream of emergencies.
How To Stay Informed
Officials have not yet released further details on damage or casualties, and a follow-up briefing from the department's public information officer is still pending. Residents and drivers near 51st and Elliott are urged to steer clear of the area and monitor updates from the Phoenix Fire Department for official information and any traffic advisories.
