By Sharon Ko

WINCHESTER, Ore. -- If you live in an apartment complex, there's some fire hazards that you'll need to know depending on your type of building.

Roseburg's firefighters say that the dangers can differ between an old or modern building.

House fires are bad enough, but when a fire breaks out like it did at the Saddle Butte Apartment Complex recently, it affects more than just a single family. When one person makes a mistake, a number of others can pay for it.

"A person can be as safe as possible on the 2nd or 3rd floor but the actions of the person below you can put you in jeopardy," said Battalion Chief Roger Johnson.

But fire fighters say construction in older buildings is an easier target for fires. The codes are not up to modern standards.

In modern apartments, there are specific construction elements to prevent fires like concrete stair cases, walls, cement patios and sprinkler systems. But for someone living in an older building, firefighters suggest buying a safety ladder or extra smoke alarms.

Most apartment complexes are changing with a non-smoking policy and move-in requirements.