A neighborhood in Austin, Texas, is reeling after three kids were killed in an apartment fire. The fire was contained to one apartment, thankfully, which helped to avoid further tragedy. Police and other authorities are still investigating what started the late-night fire. Meanwhile, neighbors came together to process what happened. Due to the fire, many of them have also been displaced as the investigation continues and crucial utilities are stopped in an effort to find answers. Additionally, those who knew the kids have come together to honor the young lives lost and to show support for the family.
The fire began in the early morning.
Firefighters from the Austin Fire Department were dispatched to an apartment complex shortly before 1 a.m. on March 11, 2026, CBS News Austin reported. According to the fire department, heavy fire was spotted in the windows of a single unit.
It took several hours for firefighters to get the blaze under control, with crews finishing around 4:15 a.m…