Solar panel short sparks house fire in Palestine

Fire under investigation after Palestine home 'severely damaged,' officials say

PALESTINE, Texas (KETK) -- The Palestine Fire Department is currently investigating a house fire that occurred on Sunday. According to Fire Marshal Jonathan Phillips, the fire occurred on Stewart Street and is under investigation, as no official cause has been determined. All occupants were safely evacuated. The house suffered "severe fire damage," Phillips said. Nearby [...]

Solar panel short sparks house fire in Palestine

Utility and gas crews remained on the scene Monday morning working to repair damaged power lines in the aftermath of the blaze.