House Fire in The Independence Heights Area

WHAT: House Fire

WHEN: May 28, 2022 at 11:20 p.m.

WHERE: 1300 block of E. 35th, 77022

INJURIES: No reported injuries.

PROPERTY SAVED: $110,000 in estimated property saved.

DAMAGE: $80,000 in estimated damage.

CAUSE: Under investigation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Firefighters arrived on scene within five minutes to find fire coming from the side of a small 1-story home and made an attack through the front door. A primary search was completed, and the roof was ventilated. The utilities were secured, and the fire was controlled. A vehicle next to the home also sustained fire damage. HFD Arson investigators were requested to determine the cause and origin. HPD was also requested due to prior criminal activity at the same address. Crews from Stations 15, 31, 30, 6, 12 and Rehab 17 responded to this incident.