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Sponsor Our ArticlesOver the weekend, San Antonio firefighters responded to several house fires caused by heating devices and candles. One incident left a family homeless, while others served as crucial reminders of fire safety. Residents are urged to keep heating devices at a safe distance and avoid unattended flames to prevent such tragedies.
San Antonio has seen a flurry of fire-related incidents over the weekend, sending firefighters into action and reminding residents about the potential dangers of heating devices and open flames at home. Early Sunday, just after the clock struck 1:30 a.m., firefighters received a call about a house fire near Burnet Street and North New Braunfels Avenue. Fortunately, the residents of the affected home managed to escape safely, thanks to their quick thinking.
Firefighters arrived on the scene to discover that the flames had broken out in the attic, causing significant damage to the structure. Quick actions by the brave firefighters allowed them to contain and extinguish the fire before it got out of control, ensuring that no one was injured during the ordeal. The fire has left the home looking quite worse for wear, though the full extent of the damage is still unclear. Investigators have been called in to piece together what caused the fire, a common occurrence that many are eager to understand for safety reasons.
Just hours before the Sunday incident, a separate fire was reported that night at 10:15 p.m., in the 6900 block of Sunriver Drive near Converse. This fire proved to be another reminder of the dangers that lurk when heating devices do not receive the respect they deserve. The Converse Fire Department had to call in backup from San Antonio’s bravest, along with other fire departments, to tackle this fire. The culprit? A space heater, recklessly positioned too close to a couch. Firefighters quickly arrived to find smoke billowing from the home and a small fire crackling away on a couch. Thankfully, the flames were extinguished swiftly, and no injuries were reported. The damage was found to be minimal—a win for the homeowners.
However, the good news was a stark contrast to a more tragic incident that took place earlier in the week. On Wednesday at around 4 p.m., a fire ripped through a family’s home on University Avenue in north-central San Antonio. The family suspects that an unattended candle ignited the flames, but fire officials are still investigating. Heartbreakingly, a grandfather had to pull his disabled grandmother from the fiery wreckage. The couple barely made it out, wearing nothing but pajamas and no shoes, a heart-wrenching image of escape at its most raw.
Currently, the displaced couple is staying with family members since they did not have insurance on their home, leaving them with minimal options to recover. With their personal belongings turned to ashes, the family has turned to community support, launching a GoFundMe campaign to help secure a senior living apartment or a small new home since rebuilding is not feasible. Their granddaughter, visibly devastated, expressed the emotional toll of losing cherished family memories and a beloved home.
To assist this family during their challenging time, donations are being accepted for clothing and other essential items. People interested in helping can reach out through social media, specifically on Facebook Messenger, for arrangements to donate items. It’s a heartwarming example of how communities can come together during tough times.
Amid these devastating incidents, residents are reminded to take precautions with heating devices and candles. Fire safety is no joke, and a few extra steps can save lives and preserve memories. Stay vigilant and keep those flames at a safe distance. Let’s keep this vibrant city as safe as possible.
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