The fire broke out in the 16000 block of FM 756, also known at Paluxy Dr. (CBS19)

From Staff Reports

Fireworks may have been the culprit in a destructive fire on Fourth of July, the Smith County Fire Marshal said.

The Smith County Fire Marshal’s Office is still investigating the cause of a house fire that resulted in a total loss Thursday night.

Firefighters were dispatched to a home in the 16900 block of FM 756, also known as Paluxy Drive, reported at 11:45 p.m. on July 4.

Several people were at the home when the fire occurred, but no one was injured, officials said.

The home was a total loss, Smith County Fire Marshal Chad Hogue said.

Multiple local crews responded and battled the fire into the overnight hours.

Hogue said a preliminary investigation shows the fire originated in the garage, and fireworks may have contributed to its cause.

The investigation is ongoing, and no foul play is suspected at this time.

Winona home a total loss after Friday fire

WINONA — No one was injured after a wood house burned down in Winona Friday morning.

According to Smith County Emergency Services District No. 2 spokesperson Nikki Simmons, the residence is located at 115 Johnson Street. Firefighters arrived to find the home completely engulfed in flames.

The home was ultimately destroyed because of the fire. Officials said no one was inside the home at the time of the fire. The blaze remains under investigation.