3 Adults Displaced After Suffolk Apartment Fire

No injuries reported as firefighters quickly contained the blaze.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

Suffolk firefighters responded to a fire at an apartment building on Holladay Street on Wednesday evening. The fire, which was reported at 7:23 p.m., was found in the walls on the second floor and extending into the attic. Firefighters were able to extinguish the blaze by 8:15 p.m., but the two affected apartments suffered fire, smoke, and water damage. Three adults were displaced by the incident and are being assisted by the American Red Cross, though no injuries were reported.

Why it matters

Apartment fires can be devastating events for residents, causing displacement, property damage, and potential safety risks. This incident highlights the importance of fire safety and the quick response of local firefighters in minimizing the impact on the community.

The details

Firefighters arrived to find smoke coming from the second floor of the two-story apartment building. They discovered hidden fire in the walls on the second floor that had extended into the attic. After searching both apartments and finding no occupants, the firefighters were able to bring the fire under control by 8:15 p.m.

  • The fire was reported at 7:23 p.m. on Wednesday, February 26, 2026.
  • The fire was brought under control at 8:15 p.m. on the same day.

The players

Suffolk Fire & Rescue

The local fire department that responded to and extinguished the apartment fire.

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The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of fire safety in apartment buildings and the critical role of local firefighters in protecting communities from the dangers of residential fires.