At least 17 people have been injured in a massive fire burning at an apartment complex at 1212 E. Dallas Ave in McAllen.
Over a hundred people were forced from their homes, after the blaze started on the second floor.
Fire officials say when they arrived at about 5:30am, they found residents jumping out of windows, one man even tossed his children out to people downstairs.
Investigators told Action 4 News that 17 people were transported to the hospital with minor to serious injuries.
A dozen people are unaccounted for.
Investigators say they are bringing in cadaver dogs to search for any missing people.
The number evacuated does not include pets.
A pet shelter is also being set-up to help animals affected by the blaze.
The American Red Cross told Action 4 News they will be providing hotels for the families affected.
Action 4 News is on the scene.
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