HOUSTON, Texas – Houston firefighters responded to a 2-alarm fire at Rug Mart, located at 5910 Southwest Freeway, around midnight. Upon arrival, crews encountered heavy flames and quickly escalated the incident to a second alarm, prompting additional units to assist in fire suppression efforts.
According to the Houston Fire Department (HFD), no injuries were reported, and no individuals required medical attention or hospital transport. The HFD Arson Bureau is currently investigating the cause and origin of the fire. The extent of the damage and estimated losses have not yet been disclosed.
Rug Mart operates as a retail store specializing in rugs and carpets and is situated along the heavily trafficked Southwest Freeway corridor in Southwest Houston.
Despite the late-night timing of the incident, HFD’s prompt response helped minimize disruption to surrounding areas and morning traffic. Crews remained on-site to monitor for hot spots and secure the scene.
The fire department emphasized the importance of safety protocols during such incidents and credited coordinated efforts among units for the effective containment of the blaze.
The HFD Arson Bureau continues to investigate the incident. Additional details regarding the cause of the fire and the scope of the damage will be released as the investigation progresses.
