WHAT: House fire.
WHEN: August 15, 2023, at 7:05 p.m.
WHERE: 700 block of Millville Dr. 77091.
INJURIES: No reported injuries.
PROPERTY SAVED: $70,000 in estimated property saved.
DAMAGE: $180,000 in estimated damage.
CAUSE: Unintentional.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Firefighters arrived on scene within four minutes to find smoke coming from the attic area of a 1-story house. They made an offensive attack and conducted a primary search. The utilities were secured, and the Houston Police Department and Animal Control were requested for aggressive dogs. The resident was burning branches in a large drum when embers made their way to the eaves of the house. 33 personnel were dispatched to this incident, including firefighters from Stations 15, 4, 31, 13, 58 and 57.