1 person injured in overnight apartment fire in Columbus
Columbus Fire and EMS are investigating an overnight apartment fire.
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The fire took place on 21st Street at a set of duplexes around 5 A.M. on Friday, February 14, 2025. Heavy flames and smoke could be seen coming from the residence, according to pictures sent in to CNAW2News.com.
Columbus Fire Marshal and Division Chief John Shull confirmed one person was injured and transported to a local emergency room for further medical treatment.
According to bystanders on scene, the fire started and was contained in that one apartment unit. The fire has been extinguished.
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