BYRON TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Crews were on the scene of a fire at Byron Lakes Apartments for several hours overnight on Thursday.
The Cutlerville Fire Department responded at 11:41 p.m. to the complex off 68th Street SW near Clyde Park Avenue SW.
Captain Kurt Wierenga with Cutlerville FD said flames were 20-to-30 feet high upon arrival. He said crews believe the fire began in a top floor apartment and spread into the attic.
Capt. Wierenga said it moved quickly through most of the roof before firefighters were able to get it under control two hours later.
Multiple agencies stayed on scene for several hours following to ensure all hot spots were out.
Maintenance staff with Edward Rose Properties, the apartment complex's owner, said the building is made up of 36 units, spread across three floors.
All residents have been displaced due to water damage.
The Red Cross was on scene helping people find places to stay.
No injuries were reported. All pets also made it out safely.
Cutlerville Fire Department was the leading agency and received assistance from agencies in Wyoming and Byron Township.
The fire marshal is investigating.
