southwest Houston, January 2, 2026
A devastating apartment fire on New Year’s Day in southwest Houston has left around 60 residents homeless. The fire, believed to be sparked by fireworks, destroyed an entire building at the Bayou West Condominiums. Firefighters encountered challenges such as low water pressure while battling the flames, but no injuries were reported among residents or firefighters. The American Red Cross is providing assistance to those affected.
Houston
New Year’s Day Apartment Fire Displaces Approximately 60 Residents
A significant apartment fire on New Year’s Day in southwest Houston has left approximately 60 people without homes. The blaze, which occurred at the Bayou West Condominiums on Club Creek Drive, destroyed an entire apartment building. The Houston Fire Department responded to emergency calls shortly after midnight, finding flames already engulfing the structure.
The fire department believes that fireworks likely sparked the massive blaze. Witnesses reportedly saw a firework land on a balcony moments before the fire began. Investigators found multiple boxes of fireworks at the scene, leading to the suspicion that aerial rockets struck the balcony and roof area.
Firefighters faced initial challenges due to low water pressure, which prevented the immediate use of ladder trucks to attack the fire from above. Crews were compelled to fight the flames using hand lines from the ground until water pressure was restored. By the time adequate pressure returned, the fire had spread through the roof. Approximately 40 to 60 firefighters worked for hours to bring the fire under control. While the affected building could not be saved, firefighters successfully prevented the flames from spreading to adjacent structures.
No injuries to residents or firefighters were reported as a result of the incident. The American Red Cross has been called in to assist the displaced families, offering support and connecting them with necessary resources. An estimated 16 to 20 condo units were damaged in the fire.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When did the apartment fire occur?
- The apartment fire occurred on New Year’s Day.
- Where did the fire take place?
- The fire took place at the Bayou West Condominiums on Club Creek Drive in southwest Houston.
- How many people were displaced by the fire?
- Approximately 60 people were displaced by the fire.
- What is believed to be the cause of the fire?
- Fireworks are believed to be the cause of the fire, with witnesses reporting a firework landing on a balcony.
- Were there any injuries?
- No injuries to residents or firefighters were reported.
Key Details of the Incident
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Event | Apartment building destroyed by fire |
| Location | Bayou West Condominiums, Club Creek Drive, southwest Houston |
| Date | New Year’s Day |
| Affected Individuals | Approximately 60 people displaced |
| Believed Cause | Fireworks |
| Responding Agency | Houston Fire Department |
| Assisting Organization | American Red Cross |
| Injuries Reported | None |
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