North Austin Fire Displaces Dozens Of Residents

NORTH AUSTIN, TX — A New Year's Day fire displaced a dozen residents, fire officials said.

The blaze occurred at the Avesta Agave apartment complex at 1901 E. Anderson Lane at about 9:45 a.m. on Jan. 1. The fire was some 30 minutes later, leading to the displacement of several residents.

Fire officials attribute the conflagration that started in an attic to a faulty air conditioning system. The fire caused damage estimated at $90,000. Red Cross officials assisted displaced residents find temporary lodging while repairs are made to the complex.

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