News Fireworks display at NW Harris County church ignites 3-acre grass fire, firefighters say

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Firefighters in northwest Harris County had put out a grass fire ignited by fireworks at an event that took place in Cypress Friday night.

According to Cy-Fair Fire Department Lt. James Singleton, firefighters were on scene supporting a 4th of July fireworks event at Second Baptist Church in Cypress. The fireworks display was conducted by professionals on site.

Approximately 3 acres of grass was burned during a fireworks display at Second Baptist Church. Professionals were able to act quickly by stopping the show. CyFair Fire Dept was on scene supporting the event. https://t.co/5spJWhUNQF pic.twitter.com/Bgy4Dz9UP5

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At some point during the display, Singleton said sparks from the fireworks ignited a small fire next to the display, which put a halt to the show.

The fire grew up to three acres, according to Singleton, and firefighters on the scene quickly put it out.

No one was injured, and no structures were damaged.

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