100 firefighters respond to mulch fire in NW Houston near Crawford Road at landscape facility

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Monday, August 14, 2023
HFD responds to large mulch fire burning in NW Houston
The Houston Fire Department is responding to a large mulch fire burning near Crawford Road on Sunday afternoon for over 6 hours.

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The Houston Fire Department responded to a large mulch fire that sent heavy smoke into the area in northwest Houston on Sunday afternoon, according to officials.

The fire was located at the Living Earth landscaping facility in the 5800 block of Crawford Road.

ABC13 has previously covered another fire at the same landscaping facility in February earlier this year.

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According to HFD, there were approximately 100 firefighters on the scene trying to contain the flames.

In an update, Houston fire officials said the fire was contained but expect firefighters to work overnight to ensure it does not grow again.

Officials did not elaborate on how the fire began but said arson does plan to conduct an investigation.

Houston fire officials told ABC13 there is no concern for air quality, but it will be monitored overnight as a precaution.

There were no injuries reported.

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