Crews respond to 6-alarm building fire in Foster City; several firefighters injured: authorities
Key Points:
- A large 6-alarm fire broke out at a condominium complex on 815 Sea Spray Lane in Foster City, San Mateo County, around 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, prompting a major emergency response.
- All residents and their pets were safely evacuated, with some rescued from third-floor windows; no resident injuries were reported.
- Four firefighters sustained minor injuries, including burns and smoke inhalation, with two hospitalized; a mayday call was issued but the firefighter was safely evacuated.
- The fire originated on the first floor and rapidly spread to the third floor, with operations expected to continue for several hours amid heavy smoke in the area.
- Authorities advise nearby residents to keep windows and doors closed and urge others to avoid the area; the fire's cause remains under investigation.