A South Side family faced a night of turmoil as their home went up in flames, but luckily, they escaped unscathed. The blaze, which erupted at around 1:30 a.m. on Monday off Janice Gail Street near South Zarzamora, forced a parent and two children into the dark, smoke-filled night. Officials have pointed to an unattended candle as the source of the fire, according to reports from FOX San Antonio.
Arriving units were met with flames and smoke billowing from the residential structure, as they worked to control the raging fire. The San Antonio Fire Department was on the scene to quickly extinguish the blaze, ensuring no one was injured in the incident. Despite the fire being put out swiftly, the aftermath left the family with roughly $60,000 in damages to their home, per KENS 5.
Currently, the trio is faced with the challenge of finding a new place to reside as they were displaced by the unfortunate event. Fire crews have noted that the fire serves as a grim reminder of the dangers associated with burning candles, especially unattended ones. With the scene now under control and an investigation underway, the family is left to pick up the pieces of a life disrupted by an unexpected spark.
Community members have already begun rallying around the family, offering support and assistance as they navigate through this difficult time. The exact sequence of events that led to the candle igniting remains unknown, but the peril holds a cautionary tale for all about fire safety vigilance. As per reports from both KENS 5 and FOX San Antonio.
