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An early morning blaze was reported by neighbors who noticed smoke and fire coming from a large apartment complex at 140 Oklahoma St. Thirteen units from the Anchorage Fire Department were immediately dispatched and shortly after an additional six units were dispatched for a Second Alarm to standby. The first arriving engine company within minutes reported heavy smoke coming from a 3rd floor unit and initiated a fast attack. It was reported that an occupant was trapped in the fire unit, however everyone had evacuated before fire crews arrived. One fire victim was transported to an area hospital with injuries resulting from the fire. The patient is in stable condition. The fire was brought under control within 30 minutes after the initial report. Three Anchorage Fire Department Investigators responded to the scene. The cause of the fire is combustibles too close to a heat source. Damage is estimated at $100,000. The American Red Cross responded to the scene also to assist with housing needs for displaced residents. Initial reports indicate that one unit in the complex suffered severe fire damage and at least three other units suffered smoke and water damage. A one year old puppy perished in the fire.
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