COMING UP AT 5 and 6: Tonight, you'll hear from Maria Avila, the Mother of 2 boys. She lives in the home that burned today on County Road 1141, and she shares her emotional story. At 6:00, you'll also hear from Captain Matt York with the Dixie Fire Department. He shares some safety tips for keeping warm during the holiday season.
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UPDATE: The Avila family says the fire started in their chimney while they were getting ready for a Christmas Eve party at their house. Stay with us to hear their emotional story at 5 and 6.
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COMING UP TONIGHT: The Avila family has lost their home a day before Christmas. Stay with us tonight at 5 and 6 to hear their story.
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Smith County Fire Marshalls confirm firefighters are battling a structure fire in Tyler.
The fire is located in the 10200 block of County Road 1141.
We have crews headed to the scene, and will bring you more information as it becomes available.