BROWN DEER, Wis. — The American Red Cross is helping over 30 people displaced by an apartment fire in Brown Deer.
The North Shore Fire/Rescue responded to 8330 N. 46th St. around 6 p.m. on Friday.
Firefighters found the fire in the first-floor hallway of the 48-unit apartment complex. With the assistance of the Brown Deer Police Department, fire crews were able to quickly evacuate the building.
The fire was brought under control in about 40 minutes.
The American Red Cross said 21 units have been displaced, affecting 34 people. A warming bus is on site.
UPDATE: 40 units in the building - 21 units have been displaced affecting 34 people. A warming bus is on site. More here as new developments come in. https://t.co/KNa3fGUxNL
— American Red Cross of Wisconsin (@RedCrossWIS) January 14, 2023