Fireworks May Be Culprit Behind East Beach Blaze

Officials Estimate More Than 100 Acres Of Brush Caught Fire

POSTED: Monday, July 4, 2005

HOUSTON -- Firefighters in Galveston suspect fireworks could be to blame for a brush fire on East Beach that forced authorities to evacuate some campers Monday morning, Local 2 reported.

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Brush Fire Forces Officials To Evacuate Campers

Authorities with the Galveston Fire Department said the blaze broke out at about 10:30 p.m. Sunday on East Beach near the Seawall.

Firefighters tried to put out the flames but said the flames quickly grew out of control, keeping them at bay.

Officials estimated between 100 and 120 acres went up in flames.

Firefighters said they would let the fire burn out on its own.

The fire threatened no homes or businesses, but several guests camping near the beach were evacuated from the area.

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