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Hero forces his way into a burning home to save 2 children from a growing, deadly fire
By Alanna Quillen at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· June 25, 2026
· 5 min read
A school-aged child was killed, and several others were injured in an early morning house fire in Fort Worth that drew dozens of first responders and prompted a desperate rescue effort by a nearby driver who is now being hailed a hero by firefighters.
At about 3 a.m. Thursday, firefighters wer...
Key takeaway Thursday, firefighters were called to a fire at a home on the 4200 block of McCart Avenue on the city’s south side.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The tragic house fire on McCart Avenue in Fort Worth is a stark reminder of the risks that exist in every neighborhood, including those in nearby Southlake . While the investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing, the fact that arson investigators are on the scene indicates that authorities are exploring all possible explanations. The swift response by Fort Worth firefighters, who arrived within four minutes of the call, is a testament to the importance of having well-trained and equipped emergency services. As the community mourns the loss of a school-aged child and hopes for the recovery of the injured, residents in Southlake and surrounding areas may want to take this opportunity to review their own home fire safety plans and ensure that they have working smoke detectors and a clear escape route in case of an emergency.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? A school-aged child was killed, and several others were injured in an early morning house fire in Fort Worth that drew dozens of first responders and prompted a desperate rescue effort by a nearby driver who is now being hailed a hero by firefighters.
At about 3 a.m. Thursday, firefighters wer...
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