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9-year-old who alerted family of house fire recognized by San Antonio Fire Department
Read full article: 9-year-old who alerted family of house fire recognized by San Antonio Fire DepartmentA 9-year-old Wilson Elementary student was recognized by the San Antonio Fire Department on Monday for her quick thinking that helped save a family from a house fire.
āVery traumatic situationā: Rescuer reacts to far west Bexar County house fire that killed 6 dogs
Read full article: āVery traumatic situationā: Rescuer reacts to far west Bexar County house fire that killed 6 dogsA fire destroyed a home in far west Bexar County on Friday, where a foster caregiver managed to rescue 32 dogs.
6 dogs killed, 32 others rescued after house fire in far west Bexar County, officials say
Read full article: 6 dogs killed, 32 others rescued after house fire in far west Bexar County, officials saySix dogs died and 32 others were rescued after a house fire on the far West Side of Bexar County, according to Bexar County ESD No. 2.
Local fire department explains why electric vehicle fires are more dangerous than other car fires
Read full article: Local fire department explains why electric vehicle fires are more dangerous than other car firesAs part of recent federal cuts, the Department of Health and Human Services reportedly cut the Firefighter Health Program.
SAFD Investigation Unit earns international recognition for fire prevention efforts
Read full article: SAFD Investigation Unit earns international recognition for fire prevention effortsThe San Antonio Fire Departmentās Investigation Unit is receiving international recognition for its critical work in fire investigation and prevention ā an impressive achievement for a team that has existed since December 2020.
Parts of Grissom Road temporarily closed after fire at Northwest Side recycling center, SAFD says
Read full article: Parts of Grissom Road temporarily closed after fire at Northwest Side recycling center, SAFD saysA fire at a Northwest Side recycling center has temporarily closed parts of Grissom Road, the San Antonio Fire Department said Tuesday.
No injuries reported after fire at North Side restaurant, San Antonio Fire Department says
Read full article: No injuries reported after fire at North Side restaurant, San Antonio Fire Department saysNo injuries were reported after a fire at Willieās Grill and Icehouse on the North Side, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
Residents jump from apartment windows after man allegedly starts fire during domestic dispute, SAFD says
Read full article: Residents jump from apartment windows after man allegedly starts fire during domestic dispute, SAFD saysA fire at a Northeast Side apartment complex displaced multiple residents Monday night and left shaken tenants with unanswered questions.
Man allegedly sets fire to apartment, locks woman inside after argument, SAFD says
Read full article: Man allegedly sets fire to apartment, locks woman inside after argument, SAFD saysA man was detained after he allegedly set fire to an apartment with a woman locked inside after an argument, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
Brush fires now posing threats for homes, businesses within San Antonio city limits
Read full article: Brush fires now posing threats for homes, businesses within San Antonio city limitsDry conditions and strong winds that have fanned the flames of recent brush fires, from the Hill Country to south Bexar County, are now causing similar problems within San Antonio city limits.
Kendall County issues disaster declaration due to wildfire risk, authorities say
Read full article: Kendall County issues disaster declaration due to wildfire risk, authorities sayWildfires across the Hill Country have caused Kendall County to declare a local disaster, according to the Kendall County Office of Emergency Management and Fire Marshal.
Two homes destroyed in fire on West Side, SAFD says; no injuries reported
Read full article: Two homes destroyed in fire on West Side, SAFD says; no injuries reportedTwo homes are expected to be total losses following a fire on the West Side on Thursday morning, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
Medina County fire officials say Valley Oak Fire is 95% contained; 2 other fires are āoutā
Read full article: Medina County fire officials say Valley Oak Fire is 95% contained; 2 other fires are āoutāMedina County Emergency Services District 1 Fire Chief Clint Cooke told KSAT on Thursday afternoon that a fire that started on Wednesday is now nearly completely contained.
Duderstadt Road in Gillespie County reopens to residents after evacuation due to fire off I-10
Read full article: Duderstadt Road in Gillespie County reopens to residents after evacuation due to fire off I-10Duderstadt Road in Gillespie County has reopened only to residents after a fire off Interstate 10 led to evacuations on Monday, according to Gillespie County Sheriff Chris Ayala.
Fredericksburg rallies to aid farmers, ranchers as Crabapple Fire nears full containment
Read full article: Fredericksburg rallies to aid farmers, ranchers as Crabapple Fire nears full containmentIn the off season, the Gillespie County Fairgrounds usually sits empty ā but this week, itās overflowing with hay and feed.
Crabapple Fire: How to help residents, ranchers and farmers affected by wildfire north of Fredericksburg
Read full article: Crabapple Fire: How to help residents, ranchers and farmers affected by wildfire north of FredericksburgThe Crabapple Fire has scorched nearly 10,000 acres north of Fredericksburg, nine homes and numerous buildings destroyed and residents without hay and feed for their livestock. Hereās how to help.
MAP: Crabapple Fire size compared to San Antonio
Read full article: MAP: Crabapple Fire size compared to San AntonioTo put the Crabapple Fire burn scar in perspective, when overlaid over San Antonio, itās the equivalent of a burned area from roughly St. Maryās University, through downtown, then over to the Frost Bank Center.
Evo Entertainment in Schertz evacuated after āsmall fire,ā assistant fire chief says
Read full article: Evo Entertainment in Schertz evacuated after āsmall fire,ā assistant fire chief saysEvo Entertainment in Schertz was evacuated Monday evening after a āsmall fire,ā according to Schertz Assistant Fire Chief John Perry.
Some residents in Gillespie County urged to evacuate due to spreading fire off I-10
Read full article: Some residents in Gillespie County urged to evacuate due to spreading fire off I-10Some residents in Gillespie County are urged to evacuate as a fire spreads off Interstate 10, according to the Gillespie County Communications Center 911 Emergency Dispatch.
āItās almost enough to make you cry': Crabapple Fire victims share stories, support from neighbors
Read full article: āItās almost enough to make you cry': Crabapple Fire victims share stories, support from neighborsAs of 5 p.m. Monday, the Texas A&M Forest Serviceās database said fire containment has climbed up to 65%, but there are still several people left with burned property and possessions.
San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo offers emergency shelter for horses, cattle affected by Crabapple Fire
Read full article: San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo offers emergency shelter for horses, cattle affected by Crabapple FireThe San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo is offering emergency shelter for horses and cattle affected by the Crabapple Fire.
Devastating fire leaves Duke Road families seeking answers and aid
Read full article: Devastating fire leaves Duke Road families seeking answers and aidAfter 40 structures were destroyed from the Duke Road fire last week, the Atascosa-Bexar County Line Volunteer Fire Department said they are collecting donations to help people in need.
Owner of Besame bar and food truck park near downtown plans to rebuild after fire
Read full article: Owner of Besame bar and food truck park near downtown plans to rebuild after fireAfter a fire at the Besame Bar and Food Truck Park over on N Alamo and E Grayson last week, owner Raymon Perry says heās looking to rebuild the business.
āLooking at preventionā: Bexar County residents act against upcoming fire risk
Read full article: āLooking at preventionā: Bexar County residents act against upcoming fire riskThe Cibolo Canyons community cleared out 3,500 feet of overgrown and dead shrubs this week to help with fire prevention.
Expected weekend winds have some people on edge, worried about more grassfires
Read full article: Expected weekend winds have some people on edge, worried about more grassfiresPeople are watching the weather in South Bexar County, hoping strong winds in the forecast won't lead to another round of grassfires for them.
Part of Besame bar near downtown heavily damaged in fire, SAFD says
Read full article: Part of Besame bar near downtown heavily damaged in fire, SAFD saysA fire early Thursday morning heavily damaged a portion of Besame Cocktail Bar and Food Truck Park near downtown, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
Bexar County evacuation notice for brush fire accidentally spread further than actual flames
Read full article: Bexar County evacuation notice for brush fire accidentally spread further than actual flamesAn evacuation warning for the Calaveras Fire on Tuesday spread further than emergency officials intended.
āThere was no more houseā: Woman haunted after seeing grass fire burn through neighborās home
Read full article: āThere was no more houseā: Woman haunted after seeing grass fire burn through neighborās homeGenesis Garciaās neighborhood, located near the Bexar and Atascosa County lines, was in the path of Tuesday's destructive grass fire.
South Bexar County brush fire ācontained,ā San Antonio city official says
Read full article: South Bexar County brush fire ācontained,ā San Antonio city official saysA Tuesday brush fire that spread quickly and required the help of San Antonio firefighters and other agencies has been ācontained,ā city officials said Wednesday.
āLooked like hellā: Bexar County residents share fears, relief after fires cause evacuations
Read full article: āLooked like hellā: Bexar County residents share fears, relief after fires cause evacuationsAs firefighters battled multiple wildfires in south and southeast Bexar County, residents recounted moments of fear and uncertainty when flames threatened their homes.
āLarge fireā reported west of Johnson City, Blanco County Sheriffās Office says
Read full article: āLarge fireā reported west of Johnson City, Blanco County Sheriffās Office saysA ālarge fireā was reported west of Johnson City on Tuesday, according to the Blanco County Sheriffās Office.
Around 37 structures affected in Duke Fire in south Bexar, north Atascosa counties, officials say
Read full article: Around 37 structures affected in Duke Fire in south Bexar, north Atascosa counties, officials sayOfficials have ordered a mandatory evacuation due to a fire that affected around 37 structures in south Bexar County and north Atascosa County.
SAFD fire chief says at least 5 structures affected by south Bexar County fire; residents can return home
Read full article: SAFD fire chief says at least 5 structures affected by south Bexar County fire; residents can return homeFirefighters are still on the scene of a grass fire Tuesday night on the Southeast Side, but a San Antonio official said residents are allowed to return to their homes.
Public Works called to clear debris after fire at North Side business damages several cars, SAFD says
Read full article: Public Works called to clear debris after fire at North Side business damages several cars, SAFD saysSan Antonioās Public Works Department helped clear debris early Thursday after a fire damaged several objects at a North Side business.
West Side home heavily damaged after fire churned by wind, SAFD says
Read full article: West Side home heavily damaged after fire churned by wind, SAFD saysA home was left with heavy damage after a fire churned by high winds ripped through it and damaged another home nearby, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
Man suffers life-threatening injuries after fire on Northeast Side, SAFD says
Read full article: Man suffers life-threatening injuries after fire on Northeast Side, SAFD saysA man was taken to the hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries after a fire at a home on the Northeast Side, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
San Antonio mother, son continue to suffer with significant injuries after house exploded in 2021, attorney says
Read full article: San Antonio mother, son continue to suffer with significant injuries after house exploded in 2021, attorney saysAn explosion caused by natural gas left a San Antonio mother severely injured and her son permanently disabled, according to the familyās attorney.
CPS Energy ordered to pay $109 million for 2021 home explosion
Read full article: CPS Energy ordered to pay $109 million for 2021 home explosionA Bexar County jury found CPS Energy negligent on Monday for a 2021 explosion at an East Side home that injured two people, ordering the municipality to pay $109 in damages.
Turning the page: San Antonio rallies around āKing of the Hillā actor who lost South Side home, dogs in fire
Read full article: Turning the page: San Antonio rallies around āKing of the Hillā actor who lost South Side home, dogs in fireJonathan Joss told KSAT last week that at least one of his dogs died in the fire. In a Tuesday interview with KSAT, Joss said he lost three dogs, and a fourth remains missing.
Bexar County ESD first responders offer fire prevention, safety tips amid blazes in California
Read full article: Bexar County ESD first responders offer fire prevention, safety tips amid blazes in CaliforniaAs wildfires continue to burn in California, first responders from 10 Bexar County Emergency Services Districts (ESD) will hold a news conference Friday to address fire concerns and offer prevention tips.
Join KSAT Community to support Red Cross relief efforts of local fires, California wildfires
Read full article: Join KSAT Community to support Red Cross relief efforts of local fires, California wildfiresKSAT Community will hold a live televised phone bank for the American Red Cross Central and South Texas to help aid victims of local house fires and support the victims of the California wildfires.
Space heaters involved in 2 deadly fires this week; SAFD talks prevention and safety tips
Read full article: Space heaters involved in 2 deadly fires this week; SAFD talks prevention and safety tipsA San Antonio fire official shared fire safety tips after three deadly fires were reported in a three-day span in Bexar County.
MEās office identifies 11-year-old boy killed in house fire in south Bexar County
Read full article: MEās office identifies 11-year-old boy killed in house fire in south Bexar CountyThe Bexar County Medical Examinerās Office has identified an 11-year-old boy who was killed in a house fire in far south Bexar County on Monday.
Fire at Navarro High School was āquickly extinguishedā, sheriffās office says
Read full article: Fire at Navarro High School was āquickly extinguishedā, sheriffās office saysA fire was āquickly extinguishedā at Navarro High School on Monday after school, according to the Guadalupe County Fire Marshal.
Multiple fire crews in Bexar County battled flames at home where couch caught on fire, officials say
Read full article: Multiple fire crews in Bexar County battled flames at home where couch caught on fire, officials sayOfficials said multiple Bexar County fire departments responded to a house fire caused by a space heater that lit a couch on fire.
āYou have nothing to take with youā: Man displaced after apartment fire shares concerns
Read full article: āYou have nothing to take with youā: Man displaced after apartment fire shares concernsA Friday afternoon fire at an apartment complex on Jackson Keller Road left 26 people displaced from their homes and belongings.
SAFD says at least half of a North Side apartment building is a ātotal lossā
Read full article: SAFD says at least half of a North Side apartment building is a ātotal lossāThe San Antonio Fire Department said that approximately 100 San Antonio firefighters responded to a North Side apartment fire on Friday.
Videos show deadly wildfires burning through Los Angeles area
Read full article: Videos show deadly wildfires burning through Los Angeles areaFast-moving wildfires are burning through the Los Angeles area, killing at least two people and causing thousands of residents to flee as homes and businesses are destroyed.