Residential Detached Garage Fire in The Briar Forest Area

WHAT: Residential detached garage fire.

WHEN: March 22, 2025, at 4:56 p.m.

WHERE: 1700 block of Valley Vista Dr. 77077.

INJURIES: No reported injuries.

PROPERTY SAVED: $450,000 in estimated property saved.

DAMAGE: $200,000 in estimated damage.

CAUSE: Under investigation (appears accidental – electrical).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Firefighters arrived on scene to find heavy smoke coming from a detached residential garage. They made an offensive attack and ventilated the garage. Crews controlled the fire and prevented it from spreading to the main home. The utilities were secured, and a primary search was completed. HFD Arson investigators were requested to determine the cause and origin of the fire. 36 personnel responded to this incident, including firefighters from Stations 15, 78, 83, 57, 69, 75 and Rescue 10.