9th and Jefferson Street, NW. photo by Kathryn
DC Fire and EMS reported just after 1pm:
“Box Alarm 5400 block 9th St NW. Fire showing 2 story dwelling.
Working Fire 5400 block 9th St NW. Well involved fire both floors in rear 2 story semi-detached dwelling. Severe threat to adjacent homes. Knocking down visible fire. No initial report of injuries.
photo by DC Fire and EMS
Update Working Fire 5400 block 9th St NW.
Visible fire extinguished. Still hitting hotspots. Flying embers ignited adjacent rooftop and radiant heat melted siding on adjacent home, both quickly contained. Request Red Cross for 6 displaced. No injuries.”