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Apartment fire prompts traffic delays and evacuations in San Francisco
By NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· July 19, 2026
· 1 min read
Authorities were urging the public to avoid a section of Jones Street due to an ongoing multi-floor apartment fire in San Francisco on Sunday.
Three people were being evaluated with smoke inhalation, and the American Red Cross has been called, according to the San Francisco Fire Department.
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Key takeaway Authorities said emergency crews were in the area of Ellis Street and Steveloe Place.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The apartment fire on Jones Street is a stark reminder of the city's ongoing challenges with fire safety in densely populated residential areas. With emergency crews still on the scene, nearby residents and commuters can expect significant disruptions to their daily routines. The fact that three people are being evaluated for smoke inhalation underscores the need for swift and effective emergency response in such situations. As the San Francisco Fire Department works to contain the fire, residents should be aware of the potential for traffic delays and plan their routes accordingly. The fire's impact on local traffic patterns will likely be felt for some time, and drivers would do well to consider alternate routes, such as nearby Van Ness Avenue or Gough Street, to avoid the affected area. The city's emergency services will likely face scrutiny in the coming days as the cause of the fire is investigated and measures are taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Authorities were urging the public to avoid a section of Jones Street due to an ongoing multi-floor apartment fire in San Francisco on Sunday.
Three people were being evaluated with smoke inhalation, and the American Red Cross has been called, according to the San Francisco Fire Department.
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