WHAT: Auto repair shop building fire.
WHEN: August 24, 2024, at 3:04 a.m.
WHERE: Clarkcrest at Jeanetta, 77063.
INJURIES: One firefighter transported to the hospital.
PROPERTY SAVED: $140,000 in estimated property saved.
DAMAGE: $180,000 in estimated damage.
CAUSE: Under investigation.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Firefighters arrived on scene to find smoke coming from an auto repair shop and made an offensive attack. They cut the overhead door and conducted a primary search of the building. At least one vehicle was destroyed with others severally damaged by the heat. The structure had smoke and heat damage as well. HFD Arson investigators were requested to determine the cause and origin of the fire. One firefighter was transported to the hospital for a possible heat-related medical incident. 42 personnel responded to this incident, including crews from Stations 60, 2, 28, 83, 10, 51, 69, 49 and 57.