1/2/2021- 12:20 p.m.
Investigators determined the fire was intentionally set. If you have any information regarding this fire, call Crime Stoppers at (713) 222-TIPS (8477).
HCFMO investigators, inspections and Hazamat responded to a storage building fire in the 14200 block of SH 249 at the request of Northwest Volunteer Fire Department. More than 100 units, within two buildings, were damaged in this 4-alarm fire.
The windy conditions made the fire spread quickly. Six fire departments from across Harris County provided #mutualaid.
HCFMO Hazmat conducted air monitoring and took water samples, with all results being within the normal range.
The investigation into the origin and cause of the fire is ongoing. More information will be provided as it becomes available.
