Firefighters doused flames that broke out in a Groton apartment complex Monday.
The fire started around 12:30 p.m. in an apartment at 239 Ohio Avenue, according to fire officials. The flames spread to an apartment at 241 Ohio Avenue as well. It appears the fire began outside the six-unit apartment complex and spread inside, fire officials said. Most of the damage was to the back of the building.
Several people were home at the time of the fire, but everyone was able to get out safely. The apartments are home to naval personnel and civilian residents, fire officials said.
Fire investigators were searching for a cause, but said a dryer vent may be responsible for the fire.
