x
Breaking News
More () »

Firefighters respond to Temple house fire Thursday evening

There were no residents inside the home at the time of the fire, according to Temple Fire.

TEMPLE, Texas — Firefighters responded to a house fire around 5:41 p.m. at 9306 Trailridge Drive, according to Temple Fire. 

Crews arrived to heavy smoke and flames coming from the front of a single-story home, according to reports.

The fire was located in the garage area of the home and was put out by fire crews. The garage of the residence suffered significant fire damage with no extension into the main living area of the house, according to Temple Fire. 

There were no residents inside the home and no injuries were reported, according to Temple Fire.

Firefighters determined the fire had started near a couch in the garage, according to reports. The fire was caused by smoke materials that had been improperly disregarded, according to Temple Fire. 

Temple Police Department, Temple EMS and Belton Fire Department were also all on scene., according to Temple Fire. 

Temple Fire and Rescue responded with eight units and twenty-one personnel, Belton Fire responded with one engine and three personnel, as stated by reports. 

The fire was reported under control and all units left around 6:42 p.m., according to Temple Fire.

RELATED: Large bush fire reported in China Spring, 50 percent now contained

RELATED: LIVE BLOG | Crittenberg Complex Fire over 95% contained, Fort Hood officials say 

Before You Leave, Check This Out