Dallas Condo Blaze Displaces Dozens
Overnight Three-Alarm Fire Destroys Dallas Condos, Displacing Dozens of Residents
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There are conflicting reports about when the fire began: Fox4 News says the blaze started around 10 p.m. near Audelia Road and Skillman Street, while CBS News Texas reports the call came in around 1 a.m., indicating inconsistent timelines across outlets.
Crews responded defensively to a fire that caused multiple roof collapses and extensive structural damage, according to Dallas Fire-Rescue and CBS News.
Precise location details place the Cambridge Park Condominiums in the 11400 block of Audelia Road, near Skillman Street and just off Interstate 635, situating the burn in Far Northeast Dallas.
A resident described the moments after the alarm as she fled with her family: 'The alarm just went off, and I just got up and checked what was going on, and as soon as I came out, I saw the smoke coming out of the way, so I just ran inside, got my kids and my husband out.'
A three-alarm fire ripped through the Cambridge Park Condominiums in Far Northeast Dallas overnight, destroying at least 24 units and forcing roughly 45 residents from their homes, according to Fox4 News and CBS News Texas. Dallas Fire-Rescue deployed 60 to 70 firefighters to the scene, but the blaze spread fast and caused the roof to partially collapse, leaving the three-story building with severe structural damage.
Authorities have not yet identified a cause. No injuries were reported, and the American Red Cross was called in to help displaced residents find temporary housing, Star-Telegram reported.
Roof Collapsed as Flames Spread Across Three Stories
The fire broke out at the complex in the 11400 block of Audelia Road, near Skillman Street and just off Interstate 635. Crews arrived to find flames spreading from the roof of the three-story building. CBS News Texas reported that multiple roof collapses forced firefighters to shift to a defensive strategy, meaning they fought the fire from outside rather than entering the building.
The scale of the damage was significant. At least 24 condos were destroyed, Daily Dispatch reported. The remaining units also sustained damage, leaving the entire building in question for safety. Fire officials confirmed no injuries, which they described as fortunate given how fast the fire moved.
Residents Fled in the Middle of the Night
Many residents were asleep when the alarm went off. One woman described her escape to CBS News Texas: "The alarm just went off, and I just got up and checked what was going on, and as soon as I came out, I saw the smoke coming out of the way, so I just ran inside, got my kids and my husband out." She and her family made it out safely.
Others were not as lucky with their belongings. Multiple residents told reporters they "lost everything" in the fire. With at least 45 people displaced, Star-Telegram reported that hundreds of residents were left scrambling to find a place to stay.
Timeline Confusion Surrounds When the Fire Began
Reports differ on exactly when the fire started. Fox4 News said the blaze began around 10 p.m. near Audelia Road and Skillman Street. But CBS News Texas and Daily Dispatch both reported the call came in closer to 1 a.m. Dallas Fire-Rescue has not issued a single confirmed start time to resolve the conflict.
Red Cross Steps In as Cause Remains Under Investigation
The American Red Cross was notified to assist displaced residents with emergency housing and basic needs. Investigators have not announced a cause. Fire officials said the inquiry is ongoing, and no details about the origin of the blaze have been released publicly.
The Cambridge Park complex sits in Far Northeast Dallas, a dense residential area. The loss of at least 24 units in a single building puts significant pressure on families with few immediate options. Star-Telegram noted that the displaced residents were left to seek temporary housing as the investigation continues.
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