Structure Fire at Elementary School on Paloma Avenue, Albuquerque

Summary: A structure fire incident was reported at a large single-story elementary school located at 6703 Paloma Avenue NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Multiple fire and rescue units, including Battalion 3, Engine 15, Rescue 15, Battalion 1, Engine 20, Ladder 20, and others, were dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, Engine 20 assumed command and reported no visible flames but a light smell of smoke, with the source identified in room 18 and later in room 19. The building was evacuated, and primary searches of the administrative offices and hallways were conducted and cleared. The fire was contained with no obvious flames, and the situation was managed under an offensive strategy with strict staging. The incident involved a high life hazard due to the nature of the building (elementary school), but no injuries or casualties were reported.