UPDATE: A devastating fire broke out late Tuesday night in an apartment building on Grant Avenue in Millvale, prompting a massive emergency response. Thick black smoke billowed over the borough, as multiple fire trucks rushed to the scene shortly after 10:31 p.m.
Witnesses reported seeing visible flames engulfing the corner building at Grant and Stanton. Local social media posts indicated that the structure, identified as 101 Grant Avenue, attracted a multi-company response to combat the blaze. Firefighters are currently on-site, working tirelessly to extinguish the flames and ensure the safety of residents.
As of late Tuesday night, there have been no reported injuries. However, residents are being urged to stay clear of the area, which has been cordoned off as emergency crews continue their operations. Eyewitness reports suggest that some residents were rescued from the building, although these details are still pending confirmation from officials.
Authorities confirmed that the fire was reported at approximately 10:31 p.m. on the 100 block of Grant Avenue. Fire crews are still assessing the extent of the damage and determining if anyone has been displaced as a result of the fire. Local news outlet WPXI has a crew on-site, providing updates as the situation develops.
Millvale has seen residential fires before, including an incident in March 2025 that left one person injured. Investigators have yet to determine the cause of the latest fire, but fire officials are expected to release more information as they continue to assess the scene.
Residents and local officials are on alert as updates are anticipated throughout the night. Stay tuned for the latest developments from WPXI and other local news sources as the situation unfolds.
