Second Alarm Fire Destroys Townhome in San Marcos
INCIDENT DATE/TIME: 2-16-26 2:55 am
LOCATION: 420 Smilax Rd
AREA/CITY: San Marcos
DETAILS:
- At around 2:55 AM reports of a fire came out in an apartment complex.
- Firefighters arrived and encountered a fully involved townhome.
- Firefighters began to defensive attack and we’re alerted of a dog in the backyard of the home.
- Firefighters quickly broke down the rear fence and were able to rescue the dog.
- The fire was upgraded to a second alarm due to the intensity.
- At this time, the cause of the fires unknown at this time Boat remains under investigation.
HANDLING AGENCIES:SMFD, VFD
SOT(s): SMFD BC J. Abeel