There's been a number of fires this year in Killeen, including one that took a woman's life on Lake Road in Killeen early Monday morning.

Fire In Killeen Early Morning, What Happened?

KWTX reports that there was heavy smoke in an apartment where a woman was found in her apartment located at 4300 Lake Road in Killeen.

Killeen Police Spokesperson Ophelia Martinez says Paramedics performed life-saving measures but was unsuccessful and the unidentified woman was pronounced dead at 2:44 a.m. by Justice of the Peace Bill Cooke, who has ordered an autopsy.

A Number Of Killeen Fires This Year

Just last month, on February 9th a Killeen fire displaced 7 people including one adult and three children who were at home at the time of the fire. No one was hurt, but because the home was rendered uninhabitable, seven total people have been displaced.

Eight days earlier, on February 1st, 2 people were displaced by a fire in Killeen.

Residents in an apartment complex say a man was smoking in his unit when the fire occurred.

Got Information?

Anyone with information is to contact Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-TIPS (8477).

Stop Drop And Roll, But What Else?

We all know to stop drop and roll when there's suspicion of a fire, but what else do we do?

The American Red Cross suggests a few tips to follow:

- Get Out Stay Out and Call 911

- Yell and Scream "Fire" several times

- Never Open Doors That Are Warm to the Touch

 

For more information on Fire Prevention visit The American Red Cross' website here.

 

Here Are 6 Memorable Moments That Happened In 2021 In Killeen, Texas

Well, here we are. We have just two weeks left of the year 2021. 
What a year! 

From the deep freeze we experienced in February to someone constantly hitting the Killeen sign, to the recent "massacre at Zaxby's" LOL.... these are 6 memorable moments that happened in Killeen Texas in 2021. 

 

 

4 Youth Football Teams Dominating The CTX

Texas has always been known for football and these Centex teams is keeping the hype alive in our community.

From football camps to team building these organizations are going over and beyond to build strong athletes who succeed on the field and off.

If you are looking for extracurricular activities for your child, checking out these teams are a great start.

Kuddos to all of the coaches, volunteers and parents who help these amazing organizations thrive.

 

 

Here Are 8 Things To Do In Central Texas During The Winter Months

While we are in the beginning stages of winter 2022, some people may feel as if there aren't many activities to do while it's somewhat cold outside. You do know that there are tons of indoor places where you can have just as much fun as you would if it was 90 degrees outside, right?

But just where are they? I'll tell you: Right here in Central Texas!

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