Shed Fire in The Eastex – Jensen Area

WHAT: Shed fire.

WHEN: February 23, 2025, at 10:22 a.m.

WHERE: 3000 block of Caplin St. 77026.

INJURIES: No reported injuries.

PROPERTY SAVED: Not available.

DAMAGE: $11,000 in estimated damage.

CAUSE: Unintentional.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Firefighters arrived on scene to find a storage shed completely involved in fire. The homeowner was attempting to extinguish the fire, and the crew of Engine 39 completed extinguishment, ensuring all hot spots were completely out. The homeowner had set a “warming” fire and left it unattended, returning to find the shed on fire.