Man hospitalized after Thanksgiving Day house fire reportedly sparked by barbecue grill
Read full article: Man hospitalized after Thanksgiving Day house fire reportedly sparked by barbecue grillHouston firefighters say a barbecue grill may have caused a Thanksgiving house fire that burned a house guest and sent them to the hospital.
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Man allegedly setting trash and dumpsters on fire in Gulfgate
Read full article: CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Man allegedly setting trash and dumpsters on fire in GulfgateWhat started as a trash problem in one southeast Houston neighborhood has now become a safety concern for families who live there.
2 juveniles seen running away from NW Harris County tank farm around time of fire
Read full article: 2 juveniles seen running away from NW Harris County tank farm around time of fireThe Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office says first responders are at the scene of a fire at a tank farm in northwest Harris County.
911 services in limbo as Richmond, Fort Bend County stall on agreement
Read full article: 911 services in limbo as Richmond, Fort Bend County stall on agreementThe City of Richmond says Fort Bend County owes roughly $700,000 for emergency services the city provided to unincorporated areas over the past two years, and city leaders on Tuesday adopted a resolution demanding clarity on who will pay going forward.
2nd fire in 30 days at abandoned Spring Branch apartment complex sparks safety concerns
Read full article: 2nd fire in 30 days at abandoned Spring Branch apartment complex sparks safety concernsA long-troubled apartment complex in Spring Branch has gone up in flames for the second time this month, renewing demands from nearby residents for the property’s demolition.
Houston Fire Department responding to large fire at abandoned apartment building
Read full article: Houston Fire Department responding to large fire at abandoned apartment buildingAlthough the building is supposed to be abandoned, Houston Fire officials say the building is a known hangout spot for the homeless.
People jump from second-story balconies to escape West Houston apartment fire
Read full article: People jump from second-story balconies to escape West Houston apartment fireA 211-alarm fire broke out on Olympia Drive near Hayes Road Wednesday morning. More than 50 firefighters are on scene, multiple people rescued, and crews are fighting the fire defensively.
6 people, including 3 children, hospitalized after fire destroys mobile home in Highlands
Read full article: 6 people, including 3 children, hospitalized after fire destroys mobile home in HighlandsThe three adults are all in critical condition while the children are stable, according to authorities.
2 children dead, mother and grandfather injured after large apartment fire in Greenspoint
Read full article: 2 children dead, mother and grandfather injured after large apartment fire in GreenspointFirefighters say the grandfather sustained serious burn injuries when he went back inside the apartment to try and save the two children.
Willowbend neighbors say years of warnings ignored before fire; city now promises demolition
Read full article: Willowbend neighbors say years of warnings ignored before fire; city now promises demolitionResidents in Willowbend say they spent years warning the city about a vacant apartment building that drew crime, dumping, and danger.
Multiple counties in SE Texas under burn bans as drought, fire danger increases
Read full article: Multiple counties in SE Texas under burn bans as drought, fire danger increasesAs drought conditions creep back into southeast Texas, fire danger is also increasing, prompting multiple counties in the area to issue burn bans.
Cleveland oil well fire under control, shelter-in-place lifted
Read full article: Cleveland oil well fire under control, shelter-in-place liftedFirefighters were called to an oil well fire in the Cleveland area, where officials have issued a shelter-in-place order and are asking residents to avoid the area.
VIDEO: Heavy fire rips through abandoned SW Houston apartments, firefighter hospitalized
Read full article: VIDEO: Heavy fire rips through abandoned SW Houston apartments, firefighter hospitalizedHFD firefighters said they could see flames from their station as they rushed to the scene. It took about an hour to get the bulk of the flames under control.
2 injured during apartment fire in Third Ward, arson team investigating cause
Read full article: 2 injured during apartment fire in Third Ward, arson team investigating causeNeighbors told investigators a man living in an upper unit may have set the fire intentionally. They said he fled after the flames broke out, but later returned to seek medical treatment. Officials say surveillance cameras captured the suspect at the scene.
2 arrested in connection with Molotov cocktail attack at Buddhist temple in Montgomery County
Read full article: 2 arrested in connection with Molotov cocktail attack at Buddhist temple in Montgomery CountyIn 2023, a Molotov cocktail was thrown into the temple while a monk and three others were inside, sparking a fire.
Dozens displaced after fire rips through SW Houston apartment complex
Read full article: Dozens displaced after fire rips through SW Houston apartment complexAt its peak, HFD said about 75 firefighters worked the blaze, which affected 24 apartment units, with damage reported in as many as eight to nine units.
Governor Abbott announces SBA assistance for families impacted by Spring Branch apartment fire
Read full article: Governor Abbott announces SBA assistance for families impacted by Spring Branch apartment fireTexans affected by last month’s Spring Branch apartment fire on Teague Road can now apply for federal disaster assistance.
Driver killed in fiery crash after hitting concrete barrier in SW Houston
Read full article: Driver killed in fiery crash after hitting concrete barrier in SW HoustonInvestigators said the car slid along the barricade for a little while before its wheel and suspension broke off and continued skidding down the roadway before coming to a stop.De
Two firefighters injured in 2-alarm blaze at SE Houston church
Read full article: Two firefighters injured in 2-alarm blaze at SE Houston churchAn early morning 2-alarm fire tore through Christ Church Apostolic early Friday morning, injuring two firefighters and leaving a close-knit congregation devastated by the loss of their beloved place of worship.
Two Houston Firefighters injured while battling a 2-alarm fire in southeast Houston
Read full article: Two Houston Firefighters injured while battling a 2-alarm fire in southeast HoustonMassive fire destroyed Christ Church Apostolic on Fuqua Street in southeast Houston early Saturday morning, Houston Fire Department officials said.
Gov. Abbott seeks federal aid after Spring Branch apartment fire displaces hundreds
Read full article: Gov. Abbott seeks federal aid after Spring Branch apartment fire displaces hundredsOfficials say potentially hundreds of residents have been affected after a large fire ripped through a Spring Branch apartment complex Tuesday evening.
Firefighters rescue puppies from early morning house fire in north Harris County
Read full article: Firefighters rescue puppies from early morning house fire in north Harris CountyFive people escaped a Harris County house fire as Aldine firefighters saved two puppies from the flames. No injuries reported.
Potentially hundreds of residents impacted after large fire rips through Spring Branch apartment complex
Read full article: Potentially hundreds of residents impacted after large fire rips through Spring Branch apartment complexOfficials say potentially hundreds of residents have been affected after a large fire ripped through a Spring Branch apartment complex Tuesday evening.
US-90 southbound shut down for hours after deadly tanker fire at Fondren
Read full article: US-90 southbound shut down for hours after deadly tanker fire at FondrenA tanker truck carrying 8,800 gallons of gasoline crashed and caught fire on U.S. 90 Alternate at Fondren, resulting in the death of the driver.
Man faces arson charges for breaking into grandmother’s home, starting fire
Read full article: Man faces arson charges for breaking into grandmother’s home, starting fireDerrick Cox has been charged with felony arson after allegedly kicking down his grandmother's door and setting fire to her home in Houston's Sunnyside neighborhood.
Firefighter suffers burns after getting trapped inside home on Houston’s South Side
Read full article: Firefighter suffers burns after getting trapped inside home on Houston’s South SideCrews made their way into the home and tried looking for any residents inside, as initial reports they got said someone was inside. No one was found but when conditions worsened, the firefighters rushed to get out.
Drivers gets stuck under 18-wheeler on I-45, rescued before it caught fire
Read full article: Drivers gets stuck under 18-wheeler on I-45, rescued before it caught firePolice said another driver alerted the 18-wheeler driver that there was another car stuck underneath the big rig. They both were able to pull the driver from that vehicle before it burst into flames.
Driver seriously injured, vehicle catches fire after crash into pole in The Woodlands
Read full article: Driver seriously injured, vehicle catches fire after crash into pole in The WoodlandsThe Woodlands Fire Department said it happened at the intersection of Sawdust and Woodland Field Crossing. Firefighters were called to the scene at 9:48 p.m. Sunday night.
Man with lengthy rap sheet, active warrants arrested after elderly woman trapped inside burning Montgomery Co. home
Read full article: Man with lengthy rap sheet, active warrants arrested after elderly woman trapped inside burning Montgomery Co. homeInvestigators said after a lengthy search, Kyle Williams, 31, was arrested for setting fire to a home where a woman was trapped inside and almost died. Records revealed he has an extensive criminal history including indecency with a child, family violence and drugs.
Arson suspect charged in series of fires at Memorial Park, Houston Arboretum
Read full article: Arson suspect charged in series of fires at Memorial Park, Houston ArboretumThe Houston Fire Department is cracking down on a series of fires in Memorial Park, and while one person has been arrested, arson investigators believe there may be more people involved.
Estimated 40 people displaced after fire at SE Houston apartment complex
Read full article: Estimated 40 people displaced after fire at SE Houston apartment complexFire crews estimate around 40 people have been displaced after a fire broke out at a southeast Houston apartment complex Wednesday evening.
Bolivar Peninsula bird sanctuary fire still burning days after lightning strike
Read full article: Bolivar Peninsula bird sanctuary fire still burning days after lightning strikeA wildfire ignited by a lightning strike continues to burn through a remote bird sanctuary near Port Bolivar, having scorched approximately 160 acres of brush and marshland since Friday.
7 adopted dogs en route from Texas to forever homes killed in van fire
Read full article: 7 adopted dogs en route from Texas to forever homes killed in van fireTRAGIC! The van caught fire during the trip after they were fostered and rehabilitated in Houston. Four were able to be saved, but seven others sadly didn't make it.
Fire destroys 16 units at storage facility in NW Harris County
Read full article: Fire destroys 16 units at storage facility in NW Harris CountyHeavy flames took out a total of 16 storage units at a facility in northwest Harris County and three firefighters were treated for heat exhaustion at the scene.
Police investigating after man’s body found on fire in SE Houston field
Read full article: Police investigating after man’s body found on fire in SE Houston fieldAuthorities said they were called to the field at 11800 Astoria Blvd. at around 2 p.m. Sunday after being called to a report of a man’s body in a field.
Speeding driver killed in fiery crash on North Freeway after hitting pole
Read full article: Speeding driver killed in fiery crash on North Freeway after hitting poleA man died late Sunday night after authorities say the driver crashed his truck on the North Freeway, causing it to catch fire and trapping him inside.
Driver killed in fiery crash after refusing to pull over during two separate traffic stops
Read full article: Driver killed in fiery crash after refusing to pull over during two separate traffic stopsHouston police said officers with Memorial Village PD tried pulling over the driver on two separate occasions on the same day, but the second time he ran several lights and crashed into two vehicles before his car caught fire.
Man found dead, 3 others rescued after fire breaks out at independent living center in north Houston
Read full article: Man found dead, 3 others rescued after fire breaks out at independent living center in north HoustonFlames were seen erupting from the apartment complex's second floor, and at least three people were rescued but sadly, one person died.
Community rallies behind Cy-Fair fire chief as board leaves questions unanswered
Read full article: Community rallies behind Cy-Fair fire chief as board leaves questions unansweredAfter a nearly six-hour Harris County Emergency Services District No. 9 board meeting, community members who turned out in force to support Fire Chief Amy Ramon left without the answers they came for.
Firefighter injured battling flames from spreading to nearby businesses in NW Harris County
Read full article: Firefighter injured battling flames from spreading to nearby businesses in NW Harris CountyAdditional reinforcements were initially called to help keep the fire from spreading to nearby businesses, but were able to extinguish it within less than an hour.
Barbecue grill blamed for massive apartment fire victims say started on balcony
Read full article: Barbecue grill blamed for massive apartment fire victims say started on balconyA massive fire that tore through a West Houston apartment building Thursday morning likely started from a prohibited barbecue grill on a resident’s balcony, displacing dozens of residents.
Former Turkey Leg Hut co-owner asks for case to be dismissed, claims right to fair trial violated in arson case
Read full article: Former Turkey Leg Hut co-owner asks for case to be dismissed, claims right to fair trial violated in arson caseFormer Turkey Leg Hut co-owner Lynn Price is challenging the inclusion of evidence in his federal arson case, claiming his Sixth Amendment rights have been violated.
320 fire hydrants currently out of service currently throughout Houston area
Read full article: 320 fire hydrants currently out of service currently throughout Houston areaWhitmire was fired up on Thursday telling Houstonians, “If we don’t make this city safe and have workable fire hydrants nothing else matters.”
Fire hydrant issues slow response as over 100 firefighters contain fire at northwest Houston warehouse
Read full article: Fire hydrant issues slow response as over 100 firefighters contain fire at northwest Houston warehouseFirefighters are responding to a 2-alarm fire at Olympia Drywall Co. in northwest Houston.
Fire destroys Westchase Apartment building: Dozens displaced, families left with nothing
Read full article: Fire destroys Westchase Apartment building: Dozens displaced, families left with nothingFirefightersare spending putting out hotspots after a massive blaze tore through a building in an apartment complex in Westchase. The building is a total loss.
“This is something you see out of a movie”: SUV engulfed in flames 20 days after being sold on Facebook Marketplace
Read full article: “This is something you see out of a movie”: SUV engulfed in flames 20 days after being sold on Facebook MarketplaceA Houston woman lost her 2006 Nissan Murano and personal belongings just 20 days after purchasing the car from Facebook Marketplace when it engulfed in flames. She hopes her experience will help others avoid similar pitfalls when buying cars from independent sellers.
Man arrested after missing body found inside burned vehicle in Spring
Read full article: Man arrested after missing body found inside burned vehicle in SpringAuthorities found Winsolon Trahan's remains inside his vehicle days after firefighters found it on fire. He was reported missing the day before.
Houston firefighters, city controller clash over overtime spending
Read full article: Houston firefighters, city controller clash over overtime spendingThe Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association and City Controller Chris Hollins are at odds over a projected $72 million increase in overtime costs for the city's emergency services, with Hollins advocating for audits to address the budget deficit.
Ask Anthony: Why wasn’t a DC-10 firefighting plane used during the Pauline Road Fire?
Read full article: Ask Anthony: Why wasn’t a DC-10 firefighting plane used during the Pauline Road Fire?In the past, we’ve used the DC-10 air tanker to battle major fires, so one viewer asked KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez why it wasn't used during the Pauline Road Fire. Here's what he had to say: