Devastating San Francisco Fire Leaves Three Buildings Destroyed, One Cat Dead

San Francisco Fire Claims Cat's Life, Guts Three Buildings San Francisco, CA – A devastating four-alarm fire ripped through three buildings in San Francisco's Inner Richmond District early Friday morning, June 6th, 2025. The blaze, which began around midnight, resulted in the tragic death of a cat and left 35 residents displaced. Despite the intensity of the fire, miraculously, no human injuries were reported. ABC7 News reporter Zach Fuentes, reporting live from the scene, described the scene as "devastating." He spoke with one resident who narrowly escaped the blaze, stating, "I was asleep in my bedroom when my housemate woke me up and told me there was a fire. We got out immediately, but I'm not sure what's left of my belongings." The resident's account highlights the speed at which the fire spread and the immediate danger faced by the residents. San Francisco Fire Department Chief [Chief's Name], interviewed at the scene, explained the challenges firefighters faced due to the close proximity of the buildings. "Most buildings in San Francisco are right up against each other with wood siding," he said, "so the fire can spread rapidly." This explains why the fire escalated so quickly to a four-alarm incident. While the cause of the fire remains under investigation, the Red Cross is assisting the displaced residents. Despite the significant property damage, the community is thankful for the lack of serious injuries and the swift response of the San Francisco Fire Department.