The City of Dunkirk Fire Department received a call reporting a fire at 96 S. Roberts Road at 6:44 p.m. Upon arrival, smoke conditions were reported on the second floor. A primary search for occupants was conducted and it was determined no occupants were present. An initial fire attack began, the fire was located and contained in the floor area between the first and second floor. A search for hot spots followed. The building contained two apartments which sustained heavy smoke damage. The residents are being assisted by the American Red Cross. Fire Department crews were on the scene approximately two hours. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Dunkirk Fire Department Fire Investigator.
