UPDATE Two people were taken to a hospital for minor burns and are in stable condition, according to Phoenix Fire. At least three homes were damaged.
PHOENIX — More than 150 firefighters were called to battle several structure fires near 16th and Oak streets, south of Thomas Road.Phoenix Fire officials say the initial call was for an alley fire, but when the first crews got on the scene it had spread to nearby brush.Several people are displaced, mainly due to power outages over damaged power lines from the fire.
Nearby apartments were evacuated as a precaution but those residents have since been let back into their homes. Firefighters are currently fighting several structure fires in the area of 16th St and Oak St. This incident has been balanced to a greater alarm for resources. The PIO is on scene and will provide a complete report as the incident develops. pic.twitter.com/oKXTCotKve
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