2nd Alarm Structure Fire, Palmdale CA, LACOFD 37

It took Los Angeles County Firefighters about 20 minutes to control a second alarm apartment house fire today in Palmdale in the 200 Block of East Ave R. Upon arrival Los Angeles County firefighters found heavy fire showing through the doors and glass sliders of an occupied 2 story apartment complex, with heavy smoke extending into adjoining occupancies. Firefighters quickly moved attack lines into position as the fire flashed over the entire apartment unit sending large volumes of flames outside the apartment which were fanned by strong winds. Firefighters used several attack lines to halt the advancing flames.Several occupants were displaced since the fire severely damaged the apartment complex.