Trash Room Fire and Water Leak on Fifth Floor of San Diego Building

Summary: A small fire broke out in the trash/recycle room on the fifth floor of a multi-story building in San Diego, California. The fire triggered the building's sprinkler system, leading to significant water flow that affected multiple floors below. Firefighters responded promptly, working with building maintenance to shut off the sprinklers, ventilate smoke, and remove water. The fire was contained by a single sprinkler, and there was water damage to the fifth, fourth, and second floors. The building was eventually turned over to maintenance, with a water restoration company called in for cleanup.