Two hurt, including firefighter, in east Charlotte apartment fire that displaced 10 people

  • Source: WBTV CBS 3 Charlotte
  • Published: 06/17/2021 05:46 AM

A fire sparked on the balcony of an apartment in east Charlotte Thursday morning, displacing 10 people and causing more than $100,000 in damage, fire officials report. A firefighter also suffered minor burns in the fire and a resident was treated for minor injuries. The fire broke out before 2:45 a.m. at a two-story apartment on Winding Cedar Trail near Albemarle Road. Investigators say the fire started from an unattended charcoal grill on a second-floor balcony. One neighbor said it was a surprise to wake up to his apartment filled with smoke and firefighters pounding on his door. At least eight units were impacted by the fire. The American Red Cross is assisting 10 residents who were displaced by the fire.



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