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Child dead, several hurt in Fort Worth house fire
By Laura Harris at NBC DFW
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
One child is dead, and several others are hurt after a house fire on the 4200 block of McCart Avenue in southwest Fort Worth . Fort Worth Fire Public Information Officer Craig Trojacek said his department received the call just before 3:00 a.m. on Thursday morning. Trojacek said they responded to the
Key takeaway Fort Worth Fire Public Information Officer Craig Trojacek said his department received the call just before 3:00 a.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The tragic house fire on McCart Avenue in southwest Fort Worth is a stark reminder of the dangers that can affect any family in the city. The Fort Worth Fire Department's swift response, arriving on the scene within four minutes, is a testament to the department's training and preparedness. However, the fact that at least six people were in the home when the fire broke out raises questions about fire safety and emergency preparedness in densely populated residential areas. As the city continues to grow and develop, it is crucial that residents, especially those in older homes, take steps to ensure their properties are equipped with working smoke detectors and that they have a plan in place in case of an emergency. The investigation into the cause of the fire will be closely watched, and the community will be looking for answers on how to prevent such tragedies in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: NBC DFW ·
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What is this story about? One child is dead, and several others are hurt after a house fire on the 4200 block of McCart Avenue in southwest Fort Worth. Fort Worth Fire Public Information Officer Craig Trojacek said his department received the call just before 3:00 a.m. on Thursday morning. Trojacek said they responded to the
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