Hollywood, FL – Three Hurt in Apt Complex Fire at Ocean Dr & Jefferson St

Hollywood, FL (January 1, 2024) – On Monday, January 1, firefighters were called to a fire at a Hollywood apartment complex.

Just before 6:00 p.m., firefighters rushed to the apartment building, located at Ocean Drive and Jefferson Street. The fire began in the kitchen of a ninth-floor apartment, according to authorities. Officials evacuated the building, and two individuals were taken to the hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation. Another person was assessed for minor injuries at the scene and released. The cause behind the blaze is still unclear, though authorities are investigating.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time.

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