Fire Causes Extensive Damage to Brownwood Apartment

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The Brownwood Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 6:50 am May 26th at 2801 Southside Drive, Apartment 104. This is a six unit apartment building with only one unit being affected by fire. The occupant was not living there due to roof damage from a previous storm.

According to the Brownwood Fire Department, the fire was contained to the interior of the structure and attic. Firefighters extinguished the fire on the second floor of the apartment. The fire is under investigation and started in the second floor rear bedroom. There were no reported injuries. The amount of damage is estimated at $150,000.

The Early Fire Department, Lifeguard Ambulance and Brownwood Police Department assisted at the scene.