Last night, flames engulfed a fast food joint in the Spring Branch East area, causing a stir in the usually peaceful neighborhood. The fire was reported on April 28, 2024, shortly after midnight at the address 8003 Long Point Rd. reported the Houston news outlet.
The blaze was met with a fast response, as firefighters arrived to see smoke spouting from the single-story building. The crew affirmed that there were no injuries and an impressive $1.6 million in potential property damage was averted. However, the establishment wasn't entirely spared, sustaining an estimated $27,500 in losses. The cause of the event, a failure to clean properly, elicits a warning to other businesses about the perils of neglecting basic safety protocols.
Houston firefighters, after assuring that everyone had evacuated the premises, entered the fast food restaurant to subdue the flames, which had originated in the kitchen area. As the smoke began to lift with the help of strategically placed fans, signs of relief could be seen on the faces of crews and bystanders alike. An employee had the foresight to dial 9-1-1 upon noticing smoke jetting from the ventilation hood.
Post-extinguishment, the fire brigade meticulously inspected for any extensions and made sure the snuffed out hotspots would not rekindle. They stayed on until the premises were securely closed down by the restaurant employees. A total of 29 personnel, including teams from Stations 38, 5, 2, 50, 57 and the Village Fire Department, were dispatched in response to the fire, showcasing effective coordination among different units in the face of an emergency as per the incident report.
