The Downsville Fire Department responded to a brush fire Wednesday afternoon. Crews dispatched at around 4 p.m. to 303 Lockwood Ln. and were able to clear a majority of the fire by 5 p.m. Crews are still currently assisting with hotspots and overhaul.
Investigators work to determine cause of disastrous G.W. Carver Middle School fire
The most shocking news of the fire: No automated sprinkler system. However, the building was still up to code. Author: Baylee Bates, 6 News Digital (6News) Published: 7:08 PM CDT July 28, 2021 Updated: 7:08 PM CDT July 28, 2021
WACO, Texas Waco Independent School District said the extent of good news in the fire that destroyed G.W. Carver Middle School is that it happened when no on was on campus.
On Monday, some staff at the middle school were working to prepare for the upcoming school year and there was some maintenance work being done inside and outside the school. That still doesn t answer to how the fire was started overnight.
Community mourns loss of G.W. Carver Middle School
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Folks in Waco are in disbelief today after one of their middle schools caught fire early this morning.
The Waco Fire Department responded to a call at G.W. Carver Middle School just after 1 am this morning and began fighting the blaze that has now destroyed much of the school.
Crews are still working to make sure that the fire is completely out before investigations are led.
âSo, this is going to be a long investigation, said Lt. Keith Guillory with the Waco Fire Marshal s office. This is going to be ongoing for the next few days and weâre also going to be partnering with the ATF on this.â
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