AUSTIN (KXAN) — A 3-alarm fire at a condo complex in south Austin has been “knocked down,” and the Austin Fire Department said it is continuing to look for “additional hazards.”
AFD said on social media it responded to a “roof fire” shortly before 8 p.m. located in the 1500 block of Barton Springs Road. Around 8:30 p.m., AFD said one person was rescued from the fire. Then, around 8:50 p.m., AFD said there were two patients “as a result of this fire,” and both of them were being evaluated by EMS.
AFD said those nearby should avoid the area and expect delays.
KXAN photojournalist Andy Way captured video nearby, which shows visible flames on the roof.
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The Austin Fire Department responded to a fire in south Austin near Barton Springs Road. (Photo: Austin Fire Department) -
The Austin Fire Department responded to a fire in south Austin near Barton Springs Road. (Photo: Austin Fire Department) -
The Austin Fire Department responded to a fire in south Austin near Barton Springs Road. (Photo: Austin Fire Department) -
The Austin Fire Department responded to a fire in south Austin near Barton Springs Road. (KXAN Photo: Andy Way) -
The Austin Fire Department responded to a fire in south Austin near Barton Springs Road. (KXAN Photo: Andy Way) -
The Austin Fire Department responded to a fire in south Austin near Barton Springs Road. (KXAN Photo: Andy Way)
Around 9:02 p.m., AFD said the fire was “knocked down,” and crews would continue to “search for fire extension,” as well as “additional hazards.”
KXAN Meteorologist Nick Bannin said the water being used by AFD to put the fire out will turn to ice, due to the temperatures currently in the mid-20s with a wind chill of 15 degrees.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
