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  • Valley fire officials report increase in home incidents Play Video

    March 30, 2020 6:56 PM

    EDINBURG – Many people working from home are using electronics like laptops more often than they normally would. And fire officials report they’re seeing an uptick of incidents at homes. Edinburg Fire Chief Shawn Snider says one fire they went to this past week was actually caused by a... more »
  • At least 4 homes damaged in La Feria fire Play Video

    March 26, 2020 5:17 PM

    LA FERIA – Emergency responders in La Feria and Harlingen rushed to save homes after a fire broke out. The windy and dry conditions made matters worse. It happened near South Solis Road and 4th Street where officials are currently monitoring hotspots. Cameron County Fire Marshal Juan Martinez... more »
  • Firefighters battle multiple blazes in Mid-Valley Play Video

    February 27, 2020 5:22 PM

    DONNA – A busy day for firefighters in the Mid-Valley. Three fires erupted Thursday in the Donna area. Foul play is not suspected in the first blaze, which destroyed about 60 hay bales and tractor tires, according to investigators. It broke out between North Alamo and Donna. Watch... more »
  • Investigation continues following mobile home fire in Alamo Play Video

    February 23, 2020 9:24 AM

    ALAMO - The investigation continues into a mobile home fire in Alamo. It happened Saturday morning on the 400 block of King James Dr. Reportedly 11 people were inside when flames broke out. 10 of them were able to make it out safely. According to the Alamo... more »
  • Chief explains training firefighters undergo to respond to gas pipeline ruptures Play Video

    February 17, 2020 10:25 PM

    EDINBURG – Across the Rio Grande Valley, fire department train for all kinds of scenarios. In particular, on how to respond to an incident involving a pipeline fire. The Edinburg Fire Department, undergo controlled simulations. The possibility a natural gas pipeline could rupture and burn; it’s something they also... more »
  • Fire at Retirement Community in McAllen Possibly Caused by Cigarettes

    January 14, 2020 6:59 PM

    MCALLEN - Fire investigators say a fire at a retirement community in McAllen was possibly caused by cigarettes not properly put out. The fire broke out Saturday afternoon on the 2100 block of South Cynthia, damaging two units. Investigators are calling it an accident. Four people were... more »
  • Second Victim in Pharr House Fire Dies in Burn Unit Play Video

    January 6, 2020 5:18 PM

    PHARR – A second person has died in connection with a fatal fire in Pharr. The family confirmed Senovio Perez passed away last week. Perez had been in critical condition at a burn unit in San Antonio since the fire happened in early December. Another man, Jose Luis... more »
  • Pharr Man Charged with Arson after Attempting to Burn Girlfriend’s Car

    December 31, 2019 12:38 PM

    PHARR – A Pharr man accused of trying to light his girlfriend’s car on fire has been charged. Felix Garcia was charged with arson after his arrest Friday. Investigators say Garcia was burning pictures inside his girlfriend’s car. They say he later poured a liquid into the gas... more »
  • Cause of Fruit Stand Fire in Progreso Remains Unknown Play Video

    December 18, 2019 4:58 PM

    PROGRESO - The cause of a fruit stand fire in Progreso remains unknown at the moment. Public Safety officials say nobody was injured. The owner was inside the building, but made it out safely. Firefighters from Weslaco, Mercedes, Donna and Alamo assisted in putting out the fire. more »
  • Progreso Fire Department Respond to Business Engulfed in Flames Play Video

    December 17, 2019 9:15 PM

    PROGRESO – Fire crews are at the scene of a blaze at a business in Progreso. It happened at a fruit stand south of FM 1015. The business owners live next door. Watch the video above for more infomration. more »
  • RGC Fire Victim Identified Play Video

    December 14, 2019 10:22 PM

    RIO GRANDE CITY - City officials identified the victim in a deadly restaurant fire. 31-year-old Maria Isabel Lopez Rojas was found unresponsive Friday in a restaurant that caught fire. The restaurant's owners say Lopez Rojas would occasionally sleep at the restaurant. State fire investigators have not... more »
  • Rio Grande City Fire Chief: Not Recommended to Live in Place of Business Play Video

    December 13, 2019 10:29 PM

    RIO GRANDE CITY – State investigators are now working the case of a deadly fire at a Rio Grande City restaurant. The early morning fire affected several families and had neighbors on edge. A 31-year-old woman was inside the building and died in the fire. The owner of... more »
  • One Man Killed in Early Morning Home Fire Play Video

    December 7, 2019 10:55 PM

    PHARR - An early morning home fire in Pharr claimed the life of one man. The fire happened just before 7:30 AM Saturday. Pharr Fire confirmed one man was killed, another in critical condition. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Watch the video... more »
  • Official: Trailer Home Fire in Mission Likely Caused by Propane Tank Explosion Play Video

    December 6, 2019 5:40 PM

    MISSION – Fire official believe they have found the cause of a trailer home fire. It happened Thursday night at El Valle Del Sol RV Park in Mission. Fire Chief Gilbert Sanchez says the fire was likely caused by a propane tank explosion. The investigation uncovered the... more »
  • No Injuries in McAllen Apartment Fire Play Video

    November 17, 2019 10:29 PM

    MCALLEN - McAllen fire investigators are looking for the cause of an apartment complex fire. The fire happened Sunday on the 2400 block of McColl. No one was hurt, but part of the complex was damaged. Firefighters also rescued three dogs. more »
  • American Red Cross Helps Residents Install Free Smoke Detectors Play Video

    November 16, 2019 11:23 PM

    WESLACO - The American Red Cross and the Weslaco Fire Department helped residents install free smoke detectors inside their homes Saturday. Over the past five years, the American Red Cross has worked toward a goal of reducing the number of fire deaths and injuries by 25 percent. Weslaco... more »
  • Fire Officials Advise Valley Residents to Take Safety Precautions to Stay Warm Play Video

    November 13, 2019 7:28 PM

    LAS MILPAS – Fire investigators determined the cause of at least one of the three house fires which sparked overnight. Two were deadly; with another cold night underway, Rio Grande Valley fire authorities want residents to safely stay warm. The number of calls fire officials receive goes up... more »
  • IDEA Tres Lagos Campus to Reopen Monday Following Fire Play Video

    October 27, 2019 6:10 PM

    MCALLEN - Classes will resume Monday at the IDEA Tres Lagos campus. Something caught fire on the second level of the building on Friday morning. It forced the evacuation of students and staff; no one was hurt. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. more »
  • Brownsville Warehouse Fire Under Investigation Play Video

    October 26, 2019 9:40 PM

    BROWNSVILLE - Fire crews responded to a fire at a warehouse before 9 p.m. Saturday. The warehouse is located near 14th St. and Highway 48. Brownsville Fire Chief Jerret Sheldon tells CHANNEL 5 NEWS employees were inside at the time. Nobody was injured. ... more »
  • Students Evacuated after Fire at IDEA School in McAllen Play Video

    October 25, 2019 12:10 PM

    MCALLEN – Authorities are investigating a small fire at the IDEA Tres Lagos Elementary School in McAllen. It happened Friday morning at the location just off Ware Road, south of Monte Cristo Road. Fire officials told CHANNEL 5 NEWS they believe the fire was intentionally started in a... more »
  • Alamo Flea Market Partially Re-Opens Following Fire Play Video

    October 16, 2019 12:00 PM

    ALAMO – The Alamo flea market is back open following a fire Tuesday afternoon. Firefighters from several different cities took several hours getting the area back under control. The fire did not last long, but the investigation is underway. Management at the market says for now the... more »
  • Overnight Structure Fire

    September 21, 2019 8:48 AM

    WESLACO - Emergency crews responded to a fire early Saturday morning. CHANNEL 5 cameras caught the large law enforcement presence before 4 a.m near Sugar Cane Dr. And Texas Blvd. The fire department confirmed a structure caught fire, but provided no other details. The majority of first... more »
  • Cause of Potential Arson Fire in Brownsville Still Under Investigation Play Video

    September 17, 2019 5:00 PM

    BROWNSVILLE – A month and half later, no results for Brownsville homeowners who lost everything due to a potential arson fire. The Brownsville fire marshal is going to have to wait longer to get evidence back from the state for three homes. Juan Manuel Ruiz lived in one... more »
  • TCEQ: Odor from Mission Caliche Pit Fire Poses No Danger to Public Play Video

    September 16, 2019 6:00 PM

    MISSION – The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality says a caliche pit in Mission has received nine complaints. It’s located near Western and Abram roads. Right now, investigators are working with the property owner to make sure there’s no threat to the public’s health. TCEQ has been... more »
  • Second Fire Investigation Involving Lightning Underway Near Mercedes Play Video

    September 5, 2019 5:19 PM

    NEAR MERCEDES – A storm this Thursday brought in a lot of lightning and may have caused a fire at a home in near Mercedes. Back-to-back house fires in Hidalgo county. Investigators say both look to have been sparked by lightning. Fire burned through the attic of... more »
  • Authorities Respond to House Fire near Elsa Possibly Ignited by Lightning Play Video

    September 4, 2019 11:20 AM

    NEAR ELSA – Authorities in Hidalgo County are investigating a possible lightning strike fire that destroyed a home near Elsa. Firefighters were called out Wednesday morning to a home on FM 88 and Mile 14. Officials told CHANNEL 5 NEWS no one was in the home and the... more »
  • La Feria Residents Concerned about Grass Fires near Train Tracks Play Video

    August 29, 2019 6:24 PM

    LA FERIA – Dry conditions continue to cause problems for Rio Grade Valley residents. A train passing through the Harlingen-La Feria area Monday sparked a string of grass fires. "The wheels make a spark on the track and it goes real fast. Before you know it, it's right... more »
  • No Injuries Reported in Harlingen Fire Play Video

    August 25, 2019 4:52 PM

    HARLINGEN- No injuries are reported in a morning fire out of Harlingen. The flames broke out around 9:30 Sunday morning near 10th and Taylor Street. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. more »
  • State Offering Reward for Information in Brownsville Arson Investigation Play Video

    August 14, 2019 5:16 PM

    BROWNSVILLE – It’s been nearly a week since Brownsville families were left homeless due to a suspected arson fire. The state is now getting involved; posting signs around the neighborhood asking for information on the suspect, or suspects, as well as offering a cash reward. Lisa Ruiz has... more »
  • 7 Families Impacted by Neighborhood Fire in Brownsville Play Video

    August 9, 2019 11:04 PM

    BROWNSVILLE - At least seven families are impacted by a neighborhood fire in Brownsville. The county Fire Marshal's Office and Brownsville investigators are still trying to figure out what caused the fire that started in the attic of an abandoned home. The flames sparked around 3 p.m. on... more »
  • Grass Fire Possibly Ignited by SpaceX Starhopper Test Play Video

    July 26, 2019 12:09 PM

    BROWNSVILLE – Firefighters are on the scene near the SpaceX Boca Chica launch pad working to put out a grass fire. Fire officials say it was caused by last night’s starhopper test. It started around 11 p.m. Thursday, soon after the untethered hop. A SpaceX spokesperson says... more »
  • Valley Firefighters Urges Preparedness Following Fatal Home Fire Play Video

    July 23, 2019 9:47 PM

    NEAR ALTON – Rio Grande Valley firefighters are urging people to have an escape plan following a fatal house fire that took the life of an 11-year-old girl. The community came together Tuesday to pay their respects and bought food for the family of the 11-year-old who did not... more »
  • Investigation Continues for Fatal Palmview House Fire Play Video

    July 22, 2019 5:33 PM

    PALMVIEW – Multiple Rio Grande Valley law enforcement agencies are still trying to figure out what started a deadly fire in Palmview where an 11-year-old girl died. Hidalgo County Fire Marshal's Office is in charge of the investigation. They are still searching for answers and getting help from... more »
  • Cause of McAllen Apartment Fire Likely from Improperly Discarded Smoking Material Play Video

    July 21, 2019 9:40 PM

    UPDATE (7/22): Investigators ruled out electrical issues as the cause of the fire, but believe it's likely due to improperly discarded smoking material. "A lot of times they put them in cans or just in some kind of, in this case, it was a pot with dirt in it.... more »
  • Palmview Residents Reacting to Fatal Sunday Afternoon Fire Play Video

    July 21, 2019 9:37 PM

    PALMVIEW – A Rio Grande Valley neighborhood is in mourning after an 11-year-old girl passed away in a fire. Several crews were called to Susana Street and La Homa Road around 3 p.m. Sunday. At first, the girl was unaccounted for, but by 7 p.m., Hidalgo County Sheriff... more »
  • 11-Year-Old Dies after a Fire at Multiple Structures near Alton

    July 21, 2019 6:12 PM

    UPDATE (6:58PM): Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office confirms they found the body of an 11-year-old girl inside the burn structure. -------- UPDATE (6:40PM): The fire has been extinguished. -------- NEAR ALTON – The Hidalgo County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a fire involving multiple structures. A... more »
  • Investigation Underway into Fire at Peñitas Tire Shop Play Video

    June 17, 2019 11:55 AM

    PEÑITAS – An early morning fire breaks out at a tire shop in Peñitas. The building is severely damaged and possibly some customer vehicles were inside at the time. It happened at the Speedy Gonzalez Tire Shop off Tom Gill Road. Several fire departments were called to... more »
  • Fire Lieutenant Highlights Safety Precautions during Lightning Storms Play Video

    June 11, 2019 6:45 PM

    BROWNSVILLE – A Cameron County family is without a home after lightning struck causing it to burst into flames. The electricity went out in the home when it was struck; then the flames began to slowly form. Donsicia Velasquez says she could hear a noise through the walls.... more »
  • Fire Under Control at Willacy Co. Prison Play Video

    June 4, 2019 1:02 PM

    RAYMONDVILLE – Emergency crews responded to a fire at a Rio Grande Valley prison. Willacy County Sheriff Larry Spence confirms there was a fire at the federal prison earlier Tuesday. He said he doesn’t know the extent of the damage. CHANNEL 5 NEWS has a crew heading... more »
  • Edinburg Families Concerned Over nearby Debris Burning Play Video

    May 16, 2019 6:05 PM

    EDINBURG – Edinburg families living near county crews who are burning debris say they’re concerned their health may be at risk. Hidalgo County Precinct 4 has burned piles of branches and leaves for a month on the corner of Terry Road and Davis Road. A precinct spokesman tells... more »
  • Protecting Animals During a Fire Play Video

    April 30, 2019 5:08 PM

    DONNA – Firefighters from several cities battled a blaze in Donna before it threatened nearby homes. The blaze was just feet away from threatening livestock as well. When one of the residents saw the fire, one of his first concerns was his horse. He says he kept... more »
  • Emergency Crews Respond to Pallet Fire in Donna on FM 493 Play Video

    April 30, 2019 9:02 AM

    DONNA – Firefighters responded to a fire on property used for pallet storage in Donna. Emergency crews from Alamo, Elsa, Donna and Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office were on the scene Tuesday morning. Hidalgo County sheriff deputies say the call came in just after 8 a.m. No injuries... more »
  • Fire Breaks Out at McAllen Museum Play Video

    April 26, 2019 9:27 PM

    MCALLEN – An investigation is underway after a fire broke out in McAllen. It happened at the International Museum of Arts and Science off of Nolana and Bicentennial. Cardboard boxes were found burning on a loading dock. McAllen Fire Chief Rafael Balderas says the museum is ok.... more »
  • Notre Dame Fire Brings Memories of 1970 Valley Church Fire Play Video

    April 16, 2019 6:10 PM

    SAN JUAN – The fire at the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is out but the damage remains, with only some of the relics, such as the altar and the cross, still standing. This incident is bringing back memories for those who attended St John’s Church, now known as... more »
  • Inside the Basilica: Taking Steps to Avoid a Fire Play Video

    April 16, 2019 5:40 PM

    SAN JUAN - The Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan Del Valle is making fire safety a priority with an increase of people visiting for Holy Week. The Basilica is one of the Rio Grande Valley’s largest venues. Rector of the Basilica, Father Jorge Gomez, says this... more »
  • Small Fire Under Investigation at Weslaco Restaurant Play Video

    April 14, 2019 4:48 PM

    WESLACO- A small fire at a Weslaco restaurant is under investigation. The flames broke out Sunday afternoon at the China Coast on Texas Boulevard. Eric Hernandez with Weslaco PD tells CHANNEL 5 NEWS the building was evacuated. There's no word if any injuries were reported. Count... more »
  • McAllen Fire Responds to Blaze at Apartment Complex Play Video

    April 10, 2019 10:56 AM

    UPDATE (4:40 p.m.): The water and electricity are out at an apartment complex in McAllen following a blaze that took place Wednesday morning. McAllen Fire Department Deputy Chief of Operations Juan Gloria explains the fire most likely started in the first floor apartment. "Overall there was a total of 26... more »
  • Investigators Looking into Cause of Fire at Funeral Home in Harlingen Play Video

    March 14, 2019 12:49 PM

    UPDATE (5p.m.): Investigators are looking into the cause of a fire at a funeral home in Harlingen. Harlingen Fire Chief Roy Rubio says the fire broke out on the second floor of Trinity Funeral Home. For several hours, police blocked off 11 th and 10 th streets near... more »
  • Man in US Illegally Injured after 72-Year-Old Homeowner Opens Fire Play Video

    March 5, 2019 5:18 PM

    UPDATE (3/12): Investigators say a property owner allegedly opened fire after spotting a 25-year-old man, who is in the U.S. illegally, trespassing onto his property. Police are now working to submit this case to the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office. A grand jury will decide if the... more »
  • Local Man Speaks Out on Surviving Home Fire Play Video

    March 1, 2019 5:45 PM

    MISSION – A 90-year-old local resident is speaking out about surviving a fire in his home in the middle of the night. Bob Hensley says he wasn’t able to get up when the fire’s smoke caused him to be disoriented; he says his neighbors broke in and dragged him... more »
  • Local EMS Organization to Improve Medical Transportation with New Helicopter Play Video

    February 12, 2019 6:32 PM

    MCALLEN – The Rio Grande Valley does not currently have any air medical transport by helicopter but that will all change soon. The only company that provided this service closed its doors in January, but helicopter medical service is still needed in the Valley. KRGV’s Angelo Vargas explains... more »
  • La Joya Fire Department Offering Free Smoke Detectors to Residents Play Video

    February 11, 2019 5:26 PM

    LA JOYA – Fire officials in La Joya are teaming up with American Red Cross to provide homes with free smoke detectors. Fire officials are urging homeowners to make sure they have the life-saving device in their homes. La Joya resident Emilio Tovar says he knows the importance... more »
  • Brush Pile near Mercedes School Cleaned Up Play Video

    February 8, 2019 3:53 PM

    UPDATE (2/12): The brush pile near a Mercedes school has been cleaned up. The brush pile near Ruben Hinojosa Elementary has been cleaned up after resident concern. The School District said the brush was a collection of a district-wide tree trimming project. ------- MERCEDES – Residents... more »
  • Fire at Gentleman's Club Raising Insurance Policy Questions Play Video

    February 6, 2019 10:47 PM

    LA FERIA – The Cameron County gentleman’s club fire last week is raising insurance policy questions. The Cameron County Sheriff Omar Lucio says the club owner could be taking a polygraph test against the claims. Lucio says they are working with the Fire Marshal’s office to figure out... more »
  • Texas State Association of Fire Fighters Challenging Worker's Compensation Process Play Video

    February 4, 2019 7:39 PM

    MISSION - While a Mission firefighter is again entangled in a newly-filed lawsuit , the Texas State Association of Fire Fighters is fighting to change the process for having a state workers' compensation claim accepted. Homer Salinas is fighting a disease he believes is the result of a hazard... more »
  • City of Mission’s Insurer Sues Firefighter Who Battled Cancer Play Video

    February 4, 2019 6:37 PM

    UPDATE (2/7): The Mission City Council voted unanimously a lawsuit filed against a firefighter battling cancer. The city council declared yesterday they don't want to have anything to do with the lawsuit. "I put forward a motion to that council before TMLIRP Board and state thereof their position... more »
  • Hidalgo Co. Fire Marshals Advising Businesses to Revise Inspections Play Video

    February 4, 2019 5:35 PM

    HIDALGO – Local businesses in Hidalgo County are being advised to stay on top of their annual fire inspections. A Pharr boot-shop owner says her goal is to satisfy her customers and the County Fire Marshal’s Office. Cynthia Rodriguez says she was recently told to remove boxes from... more »
  • Emergency Crews Respond to Fire along Expressway 83 in La Feria Play Video

    January 30, 2019 8:31 AM

    LA FERIA – Emergency crews responded to a fire at a building off Expressway 83 in La Feria. The blaze broke out at a gentlemen’s club on westbound Frontage Road near the Mercedes outlets. The structure appears to have sustain heavy damage to the roof. Watch the... more »
  • Clean Up Begins at Toxic Paint Site Property in Rio Hondo Play Video

    January 17, 2019 4:14 PM

    RIO HONDO – Work has begun to clean up a toxic paint site, which sparked a massive fire several years ago near Rio Hondo. The owner of the property, which is located at the corner of FM-106 and FM-803, is now taking responsibility, as ordered by the court. ... more »
  • New Year's Day Structure Fire Began on Stove Top Play Video

    January 3, 2019 4:24 PM

    WESLACO – A structure fire that took place on New Year’s Day was caused by a stove top, according to officials. Hidalgo County Fire Marshal J.D. Frank says the individual fell asleep while cooking food. It happened on the 2300 block of George Washington in Weslaco. The... more »
  • Residents Advised to Properly Maintain Christmas Trees to Prevent Fire Hazard Play Video

    December 27, 2018 4:20 PM

    EDINBURG – Christmas trees are still displayed in many Rio Grande Valley homes. Fire officials say trees that are not maintained could put your safety at risk. Edinburg Deputy Fire Chief Ubaldo Perez says keeping the trees watered properly could preserve it and minimize the risk of becoming... more »
  • Fire at Mercedes Car Lot Under Investigation Play Video

    December 24, 2018 8:42 AM

    UPDATE (1/2): A fire that erupted at the Texas Country Motors, Inc. in Mercedes destroyed a building and one vehicle. City of Mercedes Fire Marshal Rolando Maldonado says the hard drive, which contained the surveillance footage, were damaged during the fire, as well as the cameras themselves. Maldonado... more »
  • Fire Breaks Out at Drive-Thru in Weslaco Play Video

    December 20, 2018 2:40 PM

    WESLACO – Firefighters and police responded to a fire that broke out at a Weslaco drive-thru. It happened at Business 83 and Bridge Avenue on Thursday morning. The storage area outside of the drive-thru went up in flames. The cause is still unknown. more »
  • Mercedes Fire Marshal to Investigate Cause of RV Park Blaze Play Video

    December 6, 2018 9:15 PM

    UPDATE (12/7): Three families are displaced after an overnight fire at an RV park in Mercedes. The park manager says those families will have a place to stay after their homes were completely destroyed Thursday night. She says the families are in apartments at the park. The Mercedes fire marshal... more »
  • Valley Native Facing Hurricane in Hawaii Play Video

    August 24, 2018 6:40 PM

    WESLACO – A Rio Grande Valley native is facing the weather conditions caused by a hurricane in Hawaii. The daughter of a CHANNEL 5 NEWS photojournalist says she had to evacuate because of a fire. When she returned to her home, the fire reignited and once again she had to... more »
  • Officials Blame Proximity for Spread of Fatal Fire in McAllen Play Video

    July 31, 2018 5:00 PM

    MCALLEN – A fatal fire broke out in McAllen early Tuesday morning, claiming the life of one woman. Fire officials believe the proximity of the homes is what caused three homes to be destroyed and two others to be damaged. KRGV’s Frank McCaffrey reached out to McAllen Fire Chief Rafael... more »
  • Valley Natives among Survivors of San Marcos Apartment Fire Play Video

    July 23, 2018 10:07 PM

    WESLACO – Investigators are working to identify the five people who died as a result of an apartment fire. Two Rio Grande Valley natives are among those who survived and now need to relocate. KRGV’s Sierra Pizarro spoke with the couple who took a risk in order to survive the... more »
  • McAllen Home Fire Under Investigation Play Video

    July 18, 2018 10:58 AM

    MCALLEN – An overnight fire nearly destroyed a family’s home in McAllen. Fire crews were called out after 11 p.m. Tuesday to a home on the 7400 block of N 19th Street. Officials say the homeowner was inside when the flames broke out. No injuries were reported. Watch the video... more »
  • No Foul Play Involved in McAllen Hotel Fire Play Video

    July 16, 2018 3:51 PM

    MCALLEN – New details have surfaced about a fire at a hotel in McAllen. Several people were evacuated from the Texas Inn off of Jackson Road when it caught fire about three weeks ago . Assistant McAllen Fire Marshal Hector Bennett says no foul play was involved in the fire.... more »
  • Multiple Surrounding Agencies Help Extinguish Fire at Falfurrias Hotel Play Video

    June 11, 2018 6:01 PM

    FALFURRIAS – The cause of a hotel fire in Falfurrias is under investigation . Fire officials are interviewing guests and hotel staff to figure out what started the blaze on Sunday. Dozens of fire departments assisted in two incidents, the hotel fire and a brush fire that ignited from blowing... more »
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