HOUSTON, TX – A house fire occurred in the 1100 block of Fidelity Street at the 300 block of Owens Street early Saturday morning.
Houston Fire Department crews arrived at approximately 3:36 a.m. to find flames coming from the side of a one-story house. Initial reports suggested children were trapped inside; however, a primary search confirmed that all children were safely out of the home.
Firefighters transitioned to a defensive attack and successfully extinguished the blaze. HFD Arson investigators were requested to determine the cause and origin of the fire, which is believed to be accidental.
No injuries were reported. An estimated $140,000 in property was saved, while damages are valued at approximately $130,000.
Forty personnel responded to the incident, including crews from Stations 41, 27, 23, 20, 45, 42, 44, and 30.
