Santa Cruz Fire firefighters responded to a report of a fire last night at a 3-story motel on the 300 block of Ocean Street. The accidental blaze broke out in the laundry room of the Motel Santa Cruz just before 9 p.m. The fire was contained to the first floor laundry room within about 10 minutes. The blaze caused an estimated $15,000 in damages, which were limited to the dryer and laundry room. One infant was checked for smoke inhalation. No other injuries were reported.
