HOUSTON – Authorities are looking into what caused a serious blaze in a west Houston parking lot where up to 30 vehicles were destroyed.
Watch the dramatic video of when residents saw flames spreading across the cars
The Houston Fire Department says it was called to the 2400 block of Yorktown near Sage Rd. off 610 for reports of a car fire. However, when they arrived, saw nearly 20 vehicles burning.
As the investigation continues, the number of affected vehicles is closer to 30. Arson investigators will speak with residents, property owners, and any other witnesses as they work to determine what started this fire. pic.twitter.com/8uSrWTLSfd
— Houston Fire Dept (@HoustonFire) October 14, 2024
While firefighters were putting out the flames, arson investigators said it appears the number might have been greater, with close to 30 vehicles charred.
It’s unclear what caused the fire but HFD will be looking into what happened as part of their ongoing investigation.