A large fire burning at an RV storage facility in Brenham, Texas, recently sent a large plume of thick smoke into the air that could be seen beyond Washington County.
According to fire officials, more than two dozen RVs and trailers were damaged by the fire. Half a dozen more were damaged by heat. Multiple fire agencies responded to the scene and parts of the roadway were closed just before 8 p.m. on Sept. 18, 2024.
While details are unclear at this time, eye-witness reports that a large fire began shortly before 6 p.m. at a boat and RV storage facility off of Highway 36. According to KWHI radio news, there were multiple propane tanks and RVs on fire. No injuries have been reported and it’s unclear at this time what may have started the fire.
Eye-witness reports show thick smoke and large flames off HWY 36 in Brenham. The situation is under investigation, with the Texas Fire Marshal’s Office assisting. A total of 58 firefighters responded from Brenham, Washington County and surrounding counties, according to KWHI.
The fire is a reminder to all RV and boat storage property owners to review insurance policies and make sure they have the coverage needed to protect their business. According to Terry Anderson of Tenant Property Protection, “Every RV and boat storage facility must develop a Risk Management Assessment and Plan. Without it, their high-income asset is subjected to devastation from every weather-related event and incidences of theft.”
“Owner/operator negligence in preparing for the risk of winds, fires and burglary has led to the rising cost of property and casualty insurance rates,” he continues. “A Risk Management Assessment and Plan is a way to save profits and costs when faced with potential losses. Every good general business property and casualty agency in the storage industry should have a resource available to meet this need.”
