A house fire occurred in the Copperfield subdivision of northwest Harris County on the night of July 4. The Cy-Fair Fire Department responded to the incident on River Garden Drive, finding intense flames and thick smoke at the back of the home.

The residents escaped safely, and firefighters worked to control the blaze. An investigation into the cause of the fire found that improperly discarded fireworks were to blame.

Further details about the incident are available from the Cy-Fair Fire Department, which is reminding the public to properly dispose of fireworks after use, as they can still retain heat.