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A fire ripped through a Miami apartment building early Tuesday, sending two people to the hospital and forcing residents, including several elderly, to evacuate.

The fire started at around 2:30 a.m. at Blue Lakes Apartments on Northwest 7th Street and Northwest 52nd Avenue in the Flagami area, where Miami Fire Rescue said crews found one unit on the fourth floor in flames.

More than 100 firefighters responded, and they were able to help two elderly residents out of the apartment. Those residents were then taken to the hospital with minor smoke inhalation, authorities said.

Miami Fire Rescue said they also helped other people who use wheelchairs or are unable to move on their own out of the building, which only has one elevator.

All 52 units were evacuated, and those on the fourth floor will be unable to return. At least 15 people are displaced.

WTVJ-TV NBC 6 Miami

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