Fire swept through five townhomes in southern Jefferson County Tuesday, leaving five families displaced.
The fire broke out about 3 p.m. at Acton Park Lane.
Firefighters from four agencies – Rocky Ridge, Hoover, Vestavia Hills and Birmingham – responded to the complex on Acton Road. Rocky Ridge Fire Chief Jon Lord said five homes sustained heavy damage.
“They will not be livable conditions tonight,’’ he said. “We’ll be working with the Red Cross and the occupants to get the families places to stay for today.”
“We wouldn’t call it a total loss,’’ Lord said.
No injuries were reported.
The blaze appears to have started in the rear of the structure. Lord said the origin and cause will later be determined.
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