A two-alarm apartment fire in the Holly Springs area of west Houston left a firefighter and a civilian injured Sunday night, officials said. The blaze broke out near Valley Forge Drive, close to Briar Forest and the West Sam Houston Tollway, and drew a heavy response from multiple Houston Fire Department crews.
The Houston Fire Department upgraded the incident to a two-alarm fire, according to KHOU. Crews remained on scene as firefighters worked to contain the flames and shield nearby units from further damage.
Injuries and road impacts
According to the Houston Fire Department, a firefighter and a civilian were hurt in the blaze, though officials have not yet released details on the extent of their injuries. HFD also asked drivers to steer clear of southbound Sam Houston Parkway between Deerwood and Briar Forest while crews stayed on scene, issuing the alert on the Houston Fire Department account.
Scene remains active
Officials told KHOU that the scene remained active Sunday night while teams continued suppression and overhaul work. Investigators have not yet released a cause of the fire or an estimate of the damage, and emergency officials are urging residents to give crews space while operations wrap up.
Safety reminders
The Houston Fire Department’s safety guidance stresses the importance of working smoke alarms and clear escape routes in apartments and other multiunit buildings, reminders officials echoed after the blaze. Residents looking for fire prevention tips and planning resources can find them on the Houston Fire Department website…