Fayetteville fire officials said the department was dispatched shortly after 3 a.m. to the Rayconda Apartments at 1918 Rayconda Road and Kodiak Drive.
Firefighters were able to put out the blaze at the three-story building but up to eight people have been displaced. Red Cross was requested for help.
An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fire.
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