Townhome Fire in The Memorial Area

WHAT: Townhome fire.

WHEN: April 28, 2024, at 1:31 p.m.

WHERE: 700 block of Country Place Dr. 77079.

INJURIES: No reported injuries.

PROPERTY SAVED: $145,000 in estimated property saved.

DAMAGE: $50,000 in estimated damage.

CAUSE: Unintentional (unspecified electrical short).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Firefighters arrived on scene to find smoke coming from a 2-story townhome and forced entry to find a fire in the kitchen area. They extinguished the fire and checked for extension. The fire was contained to the kitchen area. A primary search was completed with no one found. 34 personnel responded to this incident, including crews from Stations 78, 83, 57, 75 and 86.