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Three-alarm fire forces evacuation at H-E-B in Fort Worth
By Giles Hudson at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
A three-alarm fire has forced evacuations at an H-E-B grocery store in far North Fort Worth, officials said. The Fort Worth Fire Department says flames were showing as crews first arrived around 8 p.m. at the store located on Heritage Trace Parkway east of I-35. The second and third alarms were...
Key takeaway The Fort Worth Fire Department says flames were showing as crews first arrived around 8 p.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The swift response of the Fort Worth Fire Department, along with assistance from Haslet and Saginaw firefighters, prevented the situation at the H-E-B store from escalating further. This collaboration is a testament to the regional cooperation that exists among local fire departments in Tarrant County. For Southlake residents who frequently shop in neighboring Fort Worth, the incident serves as a reminder of the potential risks associated with commercial electrical systems. As the investigation into the cause of the electrical fire continues, it will be worth watching to see if any changes are made to the store's safety protocols or if similar measures are taken at other local grocery stores to prevent such incidents. The temporary closure of the H-E-B store may also impact local shopping patterns, potentially redirecting customers to other stores in the area, including those in Southlake.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A three-alarm fire has forced evacuations at an H-E-B grocery store in far North Fort Worth, officials said. The Fort Worth Fire Department says flames were showing as crews first arrived around 8 p.m. at the store located on Heritage Trace Parkway east of I-35. The second and third alarms were...
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