Early on Sunday morning, a fire erupted in the Berry Creek subdivision of Georgetown, leading to the displacement of a local family. As reported by CBS Austin, the incident was attended to by the Georgetown Fire Department and other crews, with the call coming in just before the 7 a.m. mark.
The fire, occurring near Interstate 35 and State Highway 195, did not result in any injuries, but it has left a family without a home. As severe weather rolled through the area, the exact cause of the blaze remained undetermined, with KVUE adding that the conflagration coincided with the passage of thunderstorms on Sunday morning.
Following the incident, investigators were promptly on the scene to ascertain the origin and nature of the fire. The American Red Cross has stepped in to provide necessary assistance to the affected household, helping them begin to recover from the sudden disaster.
The local community has been urged to support the displaced family, and the Georgetown Fire Department continues to thoroughly investigate to prevent a similar incident. The damage assessment is still ongoing, and the fire department is expected to provide further updates once more information becomes available. In the interim, the family will have to rely on the aid provided by the Red Cross and the support of their neighbors.
