Monterrey Condominium Evacuated

At 2:55 AM on the morning of October 16, 2023, the Marco Island Fire Rescue Department was dispatched to 980 Cape Marco Drive which is the Monterrey Condominium where there was an explosion. At 2:59 AM the Fire Department was notified of fire alarms going off in the building. At 3:02 AM the Marco Island Police Department reported significant damage and smoke in the lobby area. An unknown electrical malfunction in the building’s main electrical system resulted in an explosion causing damage to the lobby and elevators.

Approximately 55 residents were evacuated. The building manager, police officers, and firefighters searched every floor and notified all residents to evacuate. There were no injuries or fatalities. The Red Cross is on scene assisting residents with short-term housing options. Based on initial assessments of the damage, it is expected that residents may be displaced for several weeks. The State and City Fire Marshals, the Chief Building Official, and the Marco Island Police Department are currently conducting an investigation. Foul play is not suspected.