SAN ANTONIO — A fire destroyed a home on the northeast side of town early New Year's Day.
It happened around 2:44 a.m. on the 2600 block of Pebble Bow near Henderson Pass. When firefighters arrived they found smoke and fire coming from the home.
Crews started attacking the fire from the inside but had to evacuate the home due to the fire burning through the floor, making the second story of the home unsafe.
Firefighters then went into what they call a "defensive operation."
The Battalion Chief said two people were able to make it out of the home without injuries and will be staying with family members for the night.
Officials say the home is a total loss.
Fire investigators and arson are on scene investigating what may have started the fire. Officials initially said fireworks may to be blame, but the family later said it was determined to be an electrical issue.
Two parents, five children and five pets all made it out safely. The Guzman family is raising money as they pick up the pieces.
Crews remained on the scene hitting hot spots and securing the home for several hours.
No other details were provided and no injuries were reported.
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