SAINT ANTONIO – A family suffered the loss of their cat and is momentarily displaced after a garage fire on the city’s Southeast Side, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
The fire took place around 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, in the 200 block of Ryan Drive near Dollarhide and Kellis Avenue.
SAFD said a man was dealing with his traditional Camaro in his garage when a fire stimulated while utilizing a grinding tool. As the man stocked his garage with products he offered, the fire rapidly spread out, ultimately landing on the Camaro’s cover.
Firefighters said the man tried to snuff out the flames with a garden tube however was unable to manage it.
The man did suffer small burns to his hands however declined treatment, said SAFD.
No other injuries were reported. However, a dead cat was later on discovered in the back of the home.
Officials said a bulk of the damage was consisted of to the garage, with little to the home and great deals of smoke damage throughout.
Investigators are still working to figure out the overall damage.
The family of 5 is displaced for the night. SAFD has actually linked them with Red Cross to discover a location to remain this evening.
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