Multi-Alarm Apartment Fire at 3040 David Avenue, San Jose

Summary: A large fire broke out at a two-story apartment complex located at 3040 David Avenue, near South Winchester Boulevard, in San Jose, Santa Clara County, California. The incident required a multi-alarm response, with multiple engines, trucks, and battalions dispatched to the scene. Firefighters encountered heavy smoke and fire in the attic, necessitating aggressive interior and roof operations, including ventilation and evacuations. The fire prompted the establishment of a command post, water supply, and medical operations. Police were requested for traffic control in the surrounding area. The incident involved complex coordination, with crews rotating for air supply and additional resources requested for fire suppression, ventilation, and overhaul. There were reports of at least one patient, and the fire posed significant risk to residents and responders before being brought under control.