More than 1,500 residents were forced to evacuate from the Skyline Tower apartments in Saint Paul on Sunday.

City officials say an electrical system failure left the 24-story building without power, water or heat.

Fire crews were first called to the high-rise at 1247 St. Anthony Avenue around 12:23 a.m. on Oct. 26 for a fire on the 12th floor. Firefighters quickly put out the flames without injuries and handed the scene over to building management. Minutes later, they were called back after a 3,000-amp electrical system failed, triggering sprinklers on three floors and cutting power throughout the complex.