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Massive Apartment Building Fire Displaces More Than 100 Residents In Hudson Valley

A massive fire in the Hudson Valley destroyed numerous apartments and left almost 100 people displaced.

Almost 100 residents were left homeless following a fire at a Hudson Valley apartment unit. 

Almost 100 residents were left homeless following a fire at a Hudson Valley apartment unit. 

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The blaze broke out in Rockland County around 4 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 25 at the Surrey Carlton Apartments on Slinn Avenue in Spring Valley.

According to the American Red Cross, by 5 p.m., Sunday some 63 adults and 83 children had signed up for assistance.

The fire, which is believed to have started on the top floor, spread quickly, but no residents were injured, said ABC 7.

One firefighter was treated and released at an area hospital after a roof collapsed on him, reported ABC 7

More than 20 apartments were left inhabitable, officials said. 

Residents were offered food and shelter at the Spring Valley Police Department until their accommodations were ready at the Louis Kurtz Civic Center, located at 9 N Main St., in Spring Valley, the Red Cross said.

Residents will stay at the Civic Center until suitable housing can be found, the Red Cross said.

An investigation is underway by the Fire Marshal's Office as to the cause of the fire. 

This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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