It’s been a busy stretch for the Lindale Fire Department. Crews responded to two serious fires in less than a week, and one person was hurt.
RV Fire at Tyler Rose RV Park
The first call came early on Saturday, Oct. 31. Around 2:19 a.m., firefighters were sent to the Tyler Rose RV Park on County Road 431.
When the first crews arrived, an RV was already heavily involved, with flames visible from outside. Firefighters put the fire out, but one person was injured while getting out of the burning RV and was taken to a local hospital.
Officials have not said what caused the fire.
Shed Explodes on Mission Crest Drive
Just days later, on the morning of Wednesday, Nov. 4, crews were called to Mission Crest Drive after a shed caught fire and reportedly exploded.
The fire department asked residents to stay away from the area so emergency crews had room to work. No injuries were reported in early updates, and the cause had not been released.
Stay Safe as the Weather Cools
With colder weather on the way, fire officials across East Texas often see more calls tied to space heaters, propane and fuel stored in sheds and garages. A few simple steps can lower the risk:
- Keep gas cans, propane tanks and chemicals stored safely and away from heat sources
- Never leave space heaters running unattended, especially in RVs or small spaces
- Check that smoke detectors in your home or RV are working
- Have an escape plan, especially if you live in a mobile home or RV
We’ll update this story if officials release more information on either fire.