Bloomington firefighters rescue residents from apartment blaze
Bloomington firefighters rescued residents from a blaze at a three-story apartment building on the 9700 block of Grand Avenue Monday morning, May 11, 2026.[1]
Crews pulled several people from third-floor balconies and requested a second alarm to bring more units and personnel to the scene.[1] Officials said the fire was brought under control by about 9:45 a.m., though crews remained on scene working hot spots and ventilating smoke.[1] Officials did not immediately release information about injuries or the cause of the blaze.[1]
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- Bloomington Fire Department responded to a fire at a three-story apartment building on the 9700 block of Grand Avenue Monday morning, May 11, 2026.
- Crews conducted several rescues from third-floor balconies and requested a second alarm for additional aid.
- By 9:45 a.m., officials reported the fire was under control, with crews still working on hot spots and smoke ventilation; injuries and cause remain unknown.
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May 11, 2026