San Antonio House Fire Spreads to Neighboring Home

No Injuries Reported, But One Dog Found Deceased

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A house fire on San Antonio's West Side spread to a neighboring home on Saturday, causing significant damage to both properties. Fire crews responded to the scene around 5:30 p.m. and were able to bring the blaze under control in just under 30 minutes, though one dog was found deceased in the home where the fire began.

Why it matters

House fires pose a serious threat to public safety, and the rapid spread of this fire underscores the critical importance of working smoke detectors and pre-planned evacuation routes for all households. The emotional toll of losing a pet in a fire is also a significant, often overlooked, consequence of these events.

The details

According to the San Antonio Fire Department, the fire originated in a small, single-family home and rapidly spread to the attic of the adjacent house. A resident reported hearing a loud boom before witnessing smoke and flames. Firefighters were able to rescue at least one other dog from the scene.

  • The fire occurred on Saturday, and crews were called to the scene around 5:30 p.m.

The players

San Antonio Fire Department

The local fire department that responded to and battled the blaze.

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The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for all households to ensure they have working smoke detectors and pre-planned evacuation routes in case of a fire emergency. The tragic loss of a pet also underscores the emotional toll these events can take on families.