Fire officials said that the fire happened in an electrical panel near a stairwell at 6689 West Sam Houston Parkway at around 5:24 p.m. on Wednesday. Additionally, there are more than 120 firefighters at the scene.
According to officials, there are no reported injuries at this time. Authorities say that one firefighter has been checked out the scene as a precaution.
Details are limited to what caused the fire.
According to HFD, fire officials will stay on fire watch overnight at the location. Authorities urge people to avoid the area if possible. Officials say that one to two lanes on westbound Bellaire and the northbound service of Beltway will likely be closed into Thursday morning.
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