Updated on May 8, 2023 at 5:40 p.m.
One person was taken to the hospital in stable condition.
Investigation remains ongoing.
APARTMENT FIRE 🔥 At 2:25 the Tucson Fire Department was dispatched to the Ocotillo Hotel and Apartments on E. Benson Highway for reports of a fire in a second story apartment. Engine 10 was first on scene at 2:29 and observed heavy smoke and flames from the west side of the… pic.twitter.com/eHYwk01ejc
— Tucson Fire Department (@TucsonFireDept) May 8, 2023
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Updated on May 8, 2023 at 4:30 p.m.
According to TFD, the fire is under control.
Several people are receiving medical care for smoke inhalation.
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The Tucson Fire Department responded to multiple fires at the Ocotillo Hotel and Apartments in the 1000 block of East Benson Highway.
Crews say the hallways are filled with smoke and occupants have been evacuated.
TFD asks the public to avoid the area.
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