A tragic incident occurred in the city of San Francisco yesterday, as a fire broke out in a residential building, claiming the lives of five people and injuring several others.
According to reports, the fire started in an apartment on the fifth floor of the building located on 5th Street and Northrup Avenue. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but witnesses say they heard an explosion before the flames erupted.
The San Francisco Fire Department responded quickly to the scene, with over 50 firefighters and 20 fire trucks working to extinguish the fire. The blaze was eventually brought under control after several hours of intense efforts.
Unfortunately, five people were unable to escape the fire and were pronounced dead at the scene. The victims have been identified as two adults and three children, all from the same family. Their names have not been released pending notification of their next of kin.
Several other residents of the building were injured and were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. The extent of their injuries is currently unknown.
The building has been deemed uninhabitable due to the extensive damage caused by the fire. The Red Cross is providing assistance to the displaced residents, who have lost their homes and belongings in this tragic incident.
The San Francisco Fire Department has stated that they will continue to investigate the cause of the fire and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families during this difficult time. We will continue to provide updates on this developing story as more information becomes available.
