The incident was reported to the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office, which swiftly responded to the emergency.
Tragedy struck Willowbrook in northwest Harris County as a fire broke out in the early hours of Sunday morning, claiming the life of a teenager and leaving three others injured
The distress call regarding the fire at 12427 Cutten Road was received at approximately 3:15 a.m. Upon arrival, investigators discovered that a family of six was trapped inside one of the trailer homes that had become engulfed in flames. Although three members of the family managed to escape unharmed, two individuals suffered burns, and sadly, a 17-year-old boy, identified as Franklin Moncada, lost his life, as confirmed by the fire marshal.
Franklin’s father was fortunate to survive the ordeal and was transported to the hospital, where he remains in stable condition. Additionally, one firefighter was admitted to the hospital due to heat exhaustion but is expected to recover.
The fire caused extensive damage to two mobile homes, prompting fire crews to initiate an investigation into the cause of the blaze
Determining the origins of the fire is crucial for understanding how this devastating incident occurred. Authorities are working diligently to piece together the events leading up to the fire, aiming to shed light on any potential factors that may have contributed to this heartbreaking incident. The community of Willowbrook mourns the loss of Franklin Moncada, and their thoughts and prayers go out to the affected family during this difficult time.
As investigations continue, local authorities will provide updates on the incident, striving to ensure the safety and well-being of the community and prevent such tragedies in the future.
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