Smoke on Second Floor Sparks Rapid AFR Response at Crowne Plaza

Albuquerque –

On November 24th at approximately 7:05 p.m., Albuquerque Fire Rescue units were dispatched to the Crowne Plaza Hotel at 1901 University Blvd NE for reports of a possible structure fire. AFR Engine 13 arrived first and reported a high-rise hotel with no visible fire showing from the exterior. Engine 13 established command and advised that smoke was present in the hallway, declaring a working fire. Crews later confirmed moderate smoke conditions on the second floor.

Prior to AFR’s arrival, the building’s fire alarm system activated, and a single fire sprinkler head had already discharged. Fire crews brought the incident under control within 18 minutes. Fire damage was contained primarily to one hotel room, though the second floor was evacuated for the evening due to water damage.

One civilian was treated on scene for smoke inhalation and did not require transport. No firefighters were reportedly injured.

Two occupants from the affected room were relocated to another room within the hotel with assistance from management.

AFR Fire Investigators remained on scene to determine the fire’s cause and origin. However, the cause has not yet been determined.