Marietta Apartment Building Suffers Catastrophic Fire, Displaces Residents and Pets
An apartment building in Marietta, Georgia, experienced a devastating fire, resulting in displacement for 26 residents and potential loss of pets.
Massive Fire Destroys Marietta Apartment Building
A massive fire tore through the Falls at Sope Creek Apartments in Marietta, leaving at least 26 people without homes. The fire, which started around 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, caused significant damage to Building 10.
Drone footage captured by operator Drake Battle showed the roof of Building 10 completely engulfed in flames. The extent of the fire was so severe that the Marietta Fire Department blocked off all entrances to the complex.
Fire Marshal Grant Pearson stated that the cause of the fire is yet to be determined, as the destruction is too extensive for investigators to enter the building. While foul play is not suspected, further investigation will have to wait until parts of the building are demolished.
Residents Forced to Leave Belongings Behind
For the 26 displaced residents, leaving their belongings behind was a heartbreaking reality. McKayla Clark, one of the affected residents, recounted the moment when she discovered her building was on fire.
Clark, who had just returned from getting a tattoo, expressed her shock at losing everything she owned: "One moment, you're chilling and jamming in the car. Fresh, new tattoo. Next thing, everything you own is up in smoke."
Although firefighters attempted to salvage some belongings, the safety risks prevented them from entering the building. It is expected that the entire building will be closed off due to the extent of the damage.
Pets Missing and Unaccounted For
Along with the displacement of residents, several pets are now missing. McKayla Clark expressed her concern for her cat, Greta, and a neighbor's dog that may be trapped inside.
While Clark and other residents hope for the safe return of their beloved pets, they face uncertainty. Clark left out food and water for Greta in the hopes that she will come back.
The fire resulted in no reported injuries, but the emotional toll of losing pets adds another layer of devastation for the affected residents.
