Celina apartment fire determined to be human caused

EL PASO, Texas ( KTSM ) — The fire that displaced 20 residents and damaged eight apartment units this week was determined to be the act of one or multiple individuals, according to the El Paso Fire Department.

The Fire Department says after a thorough investigation conducted by the Fire Marshal’s Office investigators, it was determined that the cause of the fire was the act of one or multiple people. However, it is still being determined if the incident was intentional or accidental.

As we have previously reported, the Celina Plaza Apartments, located at 8500 Viscount Blvd. in East El Paso, caught fire on Monday, Aug. 19, displacing 20 residents including several children, and damaged eight apartments.

The fire was quickly contained and no injuries were reported.

The Fire Marshal’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in the investigation. Anyone with information about the incident can call (915) 212-5600 and ask for the investigations division.

“The El Paso Fire Department wants to remind the community of the importance of working smoke alarms in their homes. A functioning smoke alarm can provide an early warning that can be lifesaving in an emergency. Residents interested in learning more about the EPFD’s free smoke alarm program are encouraged to visit ElPasoFire.org or dial 3-1-1 to learn more and apply,” the Fire Department said.

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