AUSTIN, Texas — Austin Fire Department crews responded to multiple fires across the city Friday morning.
Just before 4:15 a.m., AFD said that crews were working two structure fires, one at a gas station in southeast Austin and the other at a home in northeast Austin.
AFD and Austin-Travis County EMS confirmed that a woman died as a result of the house fire on Little Fatima Lane near East Parmer and Yager lanes. AFD said the fire originated in the garage but the cause remains undetermined.
The damage is estimated at $250,000 for structure damage, $125,000 for content damage and $10,000 for vehicle damage. The Travis County Medical Examiner will identify the victim and determine the cause of death.
At 4:20 a.m., AFD provided an update on the gas station fire on Oltorf Street and Willow Creek Drive. Crews said that the exterior fire had extended into the building.
There is no word yet on any injuries at that fire.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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