PHOENIX — Multiple mobile homes caught fire Wednesday near 43rd Avenue and Van Buren Street.
At about 3:30 p.m., Phoenix firefighters were called to the area for a large fire.
More than 50 residents were displaced because of the fire.
One of those people displaced is Adelin Aguilar. She said her mother worked hard to buy their mobile home.
“She started with nothing and over time she grew and she built her home,” Aguilar said. “Feeling very devastated, very disappointed.”
While Aguilar’s family escaped unharmed, they could not get their dogs out in time. Aguilar said they found the remains of one and are still looking for their second Pomeranian. An online fundraiser has been set up to help Aguilar’s family.
Phoenix Fire officials say one person was taken to a hospital for minor burn injuries. No firefighters were injured.
The Red Cross has been sent to the area to help those who were left without a home.
Investigators are still working to determine the cause of the fire.
Firefighters are currently battling multiple mobile home fires near 43rd Ave and Van Buren St.
— Phoenix Fire Dept. (@PHXFire) June 12, 2024
⚠️ Road Closure ⚠️
Van Buren will be closed between 43rd Ave and 39th Ave for an unknown amount of time. pic.twitter.com/Rb8PMyy8IG
