Nine Displaced As Pacifica Townhomes Go Up In Flames

PACIFICA, CA — Nine people were displaced after a two-alarm fire at townhomes in Pacifica Tuesday afternoon, according to the North County Fire Authority.

Firefighters responded at 3:14 p.m. to 1377 Lerida Way on reports of heavy smoke and flames coming from the front of a five-car parking garage connected to four single-family townhomes.

Upon arrival, firefighters quickly contained the fire to the parking garage area, limiting the spread of the blaze, fire officials said.

Fire crews remained on scene for more than three hours after the fire was extinguished to check for hot spots and complete overhaul and mop-up operations.

No firefighters were injured during the incident, but three residents were inspected by paramedics at the scene for possible smoke inhalation.

According to fire officials, the displaced residents made their own arrangements for temporary housing and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

— By Bay City News Service. Patch file photo by Renee Schiavone.