DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Ten displaced families must find new homes after an apartment fire Tuesday morning.
DeKalb County firefighters were called to Sierra Villa Apartments located at 2008 Oak Shadow Drive after 12 a.m. When first responders arrived, they saw flames coming from the rear of the apartment building. Firefighters quickly evacuated the apartments.
No injuries were reported. Four units sustained significant fire damage and two others had smoke and water damage. The cause of the fire is not known at this time and is under investigation.
The 33 displaced residents were assisted by the Red Cross at the site of the fire. Red Cross caseworkers will continue to work with the families in the weeks ahead, offering additional recovery guidance and support to help them get back on their feet.
Only 10 days into January, Georgia Red Cross volunteers have responded to 83 home fires across the state, and the number continues to grow. The Red Cross offers important fire safety tips for the general public here.