San Antonio's firefighting crews are investigating what they believe to be a case of arson after an abandoned home was engulfed in flames for the second time in less than a week. The blaze tore through the deserted structure yesterday night on the 3100 block of West Houston Street, close to West Commerce Street according to KENS 5. Authorities arrived to find the home already overtaken by fire, recalling a similar incident that occurred just two days prior.
The San Antonio Fire Department worked quickly to bring the fire under control, though they were unable to save the abandoned property from being reduced to rubble. Initial reports confirm no injuries, but the structure was declared a complete loss. In the same location, an earlier fire incident had also been reported, stoking concerns among officials. "Officials believe the fire may have been intentionally set," was reported by KENS 5, a statement indicating a troubling trend of deliberate destruction.
Meanwhile, separate coverage by FOX San Antonio suggested arson as the likely cause. Given the absence of utilities to the building, which would usually negate a natural ignition, authorities' suspicions are ratcheted up, looking towards a malicious intent.
As investigations unfold, the local community remains on edge. Two blazes in such quick succession imply a deliberate attempt to quickly to disrupt the neighborhood. Arson investigators have been routinely combing through the charred remains for any indicators of foul play.
