WHAT: Debris / Mulch Fire
WHEN: October 27, 2023 to currently.
WHERE: 2217 Hollister St. 77080.
INJURIES: No reported injuries.
PROPERTY SAVED: Not available.
DAMAGE: Not available.
CAUSE: Undetermined.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Firefighters responded to a natural vegetation fire at the site of a 3-acre construction site. The fire involved a small area of large mulch, tree debris, logs piled up about 15 feet high and live trees. Firefighters rotated on scene using multiple handlines and blitz nozzles to control the fire. Once the fire was controlled, the construction company was informed they would need a mitigation company and contractors arrived on scene at 1:30 p.m. today. A Firewatch is in effect with HFD units remaining on scene until a private company for the fire pump operations arrives on scene later today. The air quality is being monitored by the Houston Health Department and forecasted winds will assist in moving the smoke out of the area quicker. The air quality is currently in the healthy range with no shelter in place or need to evacuate.