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School in Lewisville catches fire overnight
By Micah Pearce at Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)
· July 1, 2026
· 2 min read
Multiple crews from southern Denton County came together in Lewisville after a school caught fire Tuesday night.
The Lewisville High School – Killough campus caught fire late Tuesday night in the middle of its renovations.
According to a dispatch call, black smoke was seen coming from the school...
Key takeaway “When tones dropped for a possible commercial structure fire, Lewisville Fire Department immediately dispatched 11 units to a large ‘Big Box’ building currently under renovation,” said Lewisville FD in a post to social media.
Why this matters in Flower Mound News
The overnight fire at Lewisville High School's Killough campus is a stark reminder of the potential risks associated with ongoing renovations in southern Denton County. With multiple schools in the area undergoing construction, the incident highlights the need for vigilant fire safety measures. The swift response from local fire departments, including Flower Mound , demonstrates the effectiveness of regional mutual aid partnerships in containing emergencies. As the investigation into the cause of the fire continues, residents will be watching closely to see if the incident is related to the reported smell of fireworks in the area. The impact of the fire on the school's renovation timeline and the extent of the damage remain to be seen, and officials will likely face questions about the incident's effects on the upcoming school year. For now, the community can take comfort in the coordinated response from local firefighters, who worked together to bring the blaze under control.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Multiple crews from southern Denton County came together in Lewisville after a school caught fire Tuesday night.
The Lewisville High School – Killough campus caught fire late Tuesday night in the middle of its renovations.
According to a dispatch call, black smoke was seen coming from the school...
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