Skip to main content
Haze icon
77º

3 young girls killed in condo fire reported at SW Houston complex

HOUSTON – Houston firefighters responded to a fire on Albacore Drive at the Monterra Condominiums early Sunday morning, where three juveniles were confirmed dead, according to HFD.

Family members confirm the three children who died were all girls, ages 15, 12, and 8. The family says they were all sisters.

The initial call came in at 5:41 a.m., reporting an apartment fire with heavy flames and two individuals possibly entrapped. Officials say a passerby saw flames and smoke coming from this unit and called 911. HFD Chief Tom Munoz says four people were inside of the unit.

SEE ALSO: Man shot, killed outside of SW Houston apartment

”We did have one 21-year-old that was able to get out,” Munoz said. “He made some attempts to get back in and right now he was transported for minor injuries and smoke inhalation.”

Family members say the 21-year-old was the girl’s brother and had tried to get back into the building to save them. He is expected to be ok.

Multiple fire units responded, with at least ten units dispatched to the location.

“Right now, it’s all in the preliminary stage, but that’s what I do have. We’ve talked to the families,” Munoz said. “Obviously, our hearts are heavy. Our condolences go to the family.”

No firefighters were injured. The Red Cross has been notified to help families who need it.

The family says the girl’s mother was not home at the time of the fire and has been distraught over what happened. They say she had left for work and had been gone between 10-15 minutes when she learned the building had caught fire.

Apartment fire (Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)
Apartment fire (Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)
Apartment fire (Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)

About the Authors
Holly Galvan Posey headshot

Holly joined the KPRC 2 digital team in March 2024, leveraging her eight years of expertise in blogging and digital content to share her passion for Houston. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the city's vibrant scenes, all while balancing her roles as a wife and mother to two toddlers.

Re'Chelle Turner headshot

Emmy award-winning journalist born and raised in Alabama. College football fanatic and snow cone lover! Passionate about connecting with the community to find stories that matter.

Loading...

Recommended Videos