Union City apartment fire at Evergreen Commons displaces four families; cause under investigation, no serious injuries reported

Fire damages multiple units at Union City apartment complex

A two-alarm fire at the Evergreen Commons Apartments in Union City, Georgia, displaced four families and caused significant damage to several units, officials said. The blaze broke out during the morning of Tuesday, March 11, 2025, prompting a multi-agency response as firefighters worked to stop the flames from spreading through the building.

Emergency crews were called to the complex at about 9 a.m. Fire officials said the fire started on the second floor of a two-story building and ultimately damaged four units. The roof over the affected section was destroyed as the fire moved into attic space, a pattern that can accelerate spread in multifamily buildings when flames reach concealed areas.

Residents evacuated as neighboring departments assist

Tenants described waking to smoke and alarms and then rushing outside as firefighters arrived. Fire officials said occupants were able to get out safely. One resident reported a minor injury caused by falling debris during the evacuation. No serious injuries were reported by authorities.

Because of the scale of the fire and the number of residents potentially at risk, crews requested additional support from nearby jurisdictions, including the City of South Fulton and Fairburn. Fire officials said that standard practice in apartment fires is to deploy extra staffing and equipment quickly due to the possibility of people being trapped and the risk of fire extension into adjoining units.

Displacement and immediate assistance

Authorities said four families—about 10 people—were displaced as a result of the damage. The American Red Cross was contacted to help residents with short-term needs after the fire, including emergency lodging and other immediate assistance. Fire officials said Red Cross workers were on scene speaking with tenants who might require support.

• Location: Evergreen Commons Apartments, Union City, Georgia
• Time reported: approximately 9 a.m., Tuesday, March 11, 2025
• Impact: four units severely damaged; roof destroyed over the affected area
• People affected: four families displaced (about 10 people)

Safety systems and investigation

Fire officials said the building’s fire alarms and sprinklers functioned as intended, helping occupants identify danger quickly and reducing the likelihood of loss of life. The cause of the fire had not been determined as of the latest official update, and investigators were continuing to examine the origin and contributing factors.

Officials said the fire began on the building’s second floor, spread into the roof area, and remains under investigation.

Investigators typically assess potential electrical, cooking-related, heating and appliance issues, and other ignition sources in multifamily fires. Officials have not publicly identified any specific cause in this case.