Photo by Leslie Hayward
Leslie writes at 10:30pm:
“One of the houses on the corner of 17th and Lamont went up in flames this evening. Dc fire department arrived very quickly, still working to put it out. Word on the street is that everyone was evacuated.”
DC Fire & EMS reported:
“Lamont St fire dispatched 10:15pm. We prevented fire spread to attached homes both sides. 6 displaced residents. Cause under investigation.”
“Aggressive interior attack in progress on Lamont St NW. Some fire now present in roof area. No injuries at present”
“Working fire 1700 blk Lamont St NW. Heavy fire rear 3 story row dwellings”
Ed. Note: Thanks to all who emailed and tweeted us info. If you are following PoPville for breaking news on the weekends, the best way to get info is via @PoPville on twitter or PoPville on Facebook. Info/tips/photos are still very much appreciated via email to [email protected]
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