Elderville-Lakeport VFD

Residential Structure Fire Displaces Two Individuals

At approximately 3:44 a.m., the Elderville-Lakeport Fire Department was dispatched to a reported residential structure fire near the intersection of County Road 291 and FM 1249.

Upon arrival, crews encountered heavy fire conditions coming from two bedrooms at the front of the residence. Firefighters initiated an interior attack, and the fire was brought under control approximately 25 minutes after crews arrived.

The residence sustained an estimated 60% loss, and two individuals were displaced as a result of the fire. No injuries were reported.

We would like to thank the Longview Fire Department, Kilgore Fire Department, Kilgore Rescue Unit, and Crims Chapel Fire Department for their assistance at the scene.

Joshua Stelly
Assistant Chief of Operations / Public Information Officer
Elderville-Lakeport Fire Department
903-371-4050

Units from the Elderville-Lakeport, Kilgore, Longview, and Crims Chapel Fire Departments are currently on scene of a residential structure fire near the intersection of FM 1249 and County Road 291 E., south of Kilgore.

The fire is under control at this time; however, FM 1249 is currently shut down in the area while crews continue operations.

Please avoid the area and use an alternate route to allow emergency personnel to work safely.

We are looking for anyone who may have an old metal trash dumpster they would be willing to get rid of. Preferably, we are looking for a medium- to large-size dumpster that is no longer being used.

It does not have to be pretty or in perfect condition.

If you have one available or know someone who does, please contact:

Josh Stelly
903-371-4050

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Estes Parkway at Huntsman Way, near Walmart, is currently shut down in both the northbound and southbound directions due to a train stopped across the roadway.

Motorists should expect significant delays and plan an alternate route for the evening commute.

Please use caution in the area and allow extra travel time.

FIRE UPDATE – FM 1249 / STATE HIGHWAY 322

We are aware of smoke still visible in the area of FM 1249 and State Highway 322 from a previous fire.

As shown below, our crews have walked and inspected the fire line multiple times, and the fire remains well contained within the established fire line. Stumps, logs, and other heavy fuels within the already burned area will continue to smolder and burn for several days, which may produce visible smoke and occasional flames.

Our crews will continue to monitor the area and check the fire periodically to ensure it remains contained.

At this time, please do not call 911 solely to report smoke from this fire. The fire is contained, and we are aware of the ongoing smoke.

If you observe fire outside the established burned area, a new threat to a structure, or another immediate emergency, please call 911.

**Update****
The road way is back open and the fire is out as of 1345hours.

⚠️ TRAFFIC ALERT – FM 1249 ⚠️

All traffic on FM 1249 is currently shut down approximately ¼ mile from State Highway 322 while emergency crews work a vehicle fire that has spread into the surrounding woods.

Please avoid the area and use an alternate route to allow emergency personnel and apparatus to operate safely.

We will provide an update when the roadway is reopened.

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