Nacogdoches Fire Close to Containment

NACOGDOCHES — A fire that started in the vicinity of FM 343 and CR 839 Monday afternoon is believed to have been ignited when a truck caught fire, according to local authorities. About 10 acres and an out structure at Caney Creek Moulding at the intersection of Farm Road 343 and County Road 839 were consumed by fire, but firefighters’ quick response kept homes from being destroyed, according to County Sheriff Thomas Kerss.

At last report, firefighters appeared to be getting the fire on CR 839 under control. But as Sheriff Thomas Kerss said, “that could change at a moment’s notice.” Very few houses had to be evacuated. Officials said the residents weren’t being allowed to return home yet, just as a precaution.