Killeen Fire Department Responds to Two Cooking Fires in 24 Hours

One person injured and multiple residents displaced in separate incidents caused by unattended cooking.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 3:20am

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An abstract, impressionistic photograph in soft, warm tones depicting a blurred kitchen scene with indistinct cooking implements and a faint glow of a stove or oven in the background, conceptually representing the dangers of unattended cooking.Cooking fires can quickly escalate, underscoring the importance of fire safety vigilance in the kitchen.Killeen Today

The Killeen Fire Department responded to two separate fires caused by unattended cooking within a 24-hour period, leaving one person with minor injuries and multiple residents displaced due to smoke and fire damage.

Why it matters

Cooking fires are a leading cause of home fires and injuries, highlighting the importance of fire safety education and awareness, especially in densely populated areas like Killeen.

The details

The first fire occurred around 1:38 p.m. on Sunday in the 3200 block of Spotted Horse Drive, where firefighters contained the blaze to the kitchen area. One person suffered minor burns from splattered cooking oil. The second fire was reported at 6:18 a.m. on Monday in the 1400 block of Bundrant Drive at an apartment building, where firefighters evacuated all 14 units and contained the fire to one apartment, which sustained significant damage.

  • The first fire happened around 1:38 p.m. on Sunday.
  • The second fire was reported at 6:18 a.m. on Monday.

The players

Killeen Fire Department

The local fire department that responded to and investigated the two cooking fires.

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center

The hospital where the person injured in the first fire was taken for treatment.

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What’s next

The Killeen Fire Department is investigating the causes of the two cooking fires and will likely continue to emphasize the importance of fire safety and prevention measures for residents, such as staying in the kitchen while cooking, keeping a fire extinguisher nearby, and never leaving the stove or oven unattended.

The takeaway

These incidents underscore the need for Killeen residents to be vigilant about fire safety, especially when it comes to cooking, which is one of the leading causes of home fires. By taking simple precautions, residents can help prevent similar accidents and protect their homes and loved ones.