ROCHESTER, Minn. – Thirteen people escaped a fire that badly damaged a two-story apartment building in southeast Rochester. When firefighters arrived about 4:45 a.m., flames were roaring and heavy smoke billowing from upstairs windows. There were no injuries. The dislocated tenants, including children, were relocated by the Red Cross, which provided them interim blankets and personal care kits — and a stuffed animal toy for each child. This was at 897 16th Avenue Southeast.
Falcon Landing Apartments. Wood frame structure. Fire cause not determined immediately. Image: Rochester Fire Department