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Elderly Man Found Dead in Shed Fire at North Houston Warehouse

The Harris County Fire Marshal is investigating, with the Medical Examiner to determine the cause of death.

Overview

  • Westfield Fire Department crews responded late Wednesday to a fire at 5106 Collins Road near the Eastex Freeway in the Aldine area.
  • Firefighters found a small shed burning inside a warehouse and discovered an elderly man dead while extinguishing the blaze.
  • Capt. Scott Douglas said the fire was relatively small and did not spread beyond the shed.
  • The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office has taken over the scene and opened an investigation.
  • Officials have not confirmed a cause or released the man's identity, though firefighters said they believed he died as a result of the fire.