Firefighters were quick to douse a blaze at a San Antonio antique shop early Wednesday, averting what could have been a significant loss of history and commerce. The fire broke out just before 1:30 a.m. in the 500 block of West Hildebrand Avenue, with responders from the San Antonio Fire Department rushing to the scene, KENS 5 reported.

Upon arrival, heavy smoke was seen emanating from the rear of the antique store, however, the flames were contained to the exterior. The situation could have escalated, were it not for the swift action of the first responders, who managed to extinguish the fire promptly, preventing it from ravaging the building's interior. According to KSAT, the quick response limited the damages to an estimated $5,000 with no injuries reported.

Investigators have stepped in to unravel the cause of the incident. Clarity on what exactly sparked the flames is pending, as the fire investigation team meticulously sifts through the char and ash. Officials have not yet commented on any potential leads. The structure suffered from heavy smoke damage though, fortunately, the fire did not penetrate the inside of the store.

Collaborative efforts from the San Antonio Fire Department, San Antonio Police Department, and EMS ensured the safety of nearby residents, and no casualties were a testament to their coordinated response.