Apartment Fire at 5409 Porter St, Detroit

Summary: A fire broke out in an occupied apartment building at 5409 Porter Street, between Morrell and Junction, in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. Multiple Detroit Fire Department units responded to a box alarm, stretched lines, and initiated firefighting and search operations. The fire was located in the attic, and crews worked to open ceilings and check for hotspots. The incident required extensive overhaul, but no injuries or casualties were reported. The fire was eventually extinguished, and companies remained on scene for overhaul before returning to service.