Sprinkler contained the fire damage to one area

McKinney, Texas (March 21, 2022) – The McKinney Fire Department (MFD) responded to a report of a water flow alarm at the Soho Parkway Apartments on Saturday, March 19.

Firefighters arrived to find that a fire sprinkler in the kitchen activated and successfully extinguished the fire – keeping the flames from spreading to the rest of the apartment.

There were no injuries reported and damage was limited to the area around the stove. 

Fact: If a home fire occurs, the risk of dying decreases by about 80% when the home is equipped with a fire sprinkler system.

More safety information can be located at www.mckinneyfire.org or www.nfpa.org.

About McKinney

McKinney, Texas, is unique by nature. As one of the fastest-growing cities in America, McKinney has a current population of nearly 207,000 and serves as the county seat for Collin County. McKinney offers award-winning schools, a vibrant historic downtown, and cultural district, diverse housing options, a trendy culinary scene, and a uniquely beautiful natural setting with rolling hills and lush trees. The city is home to the top-rated McKinney National Airport and serves as the headquarters to many Fortune 500 companies and a burgeoning set of cutting-edge technology companies. McKinney offers the perfect mix for successful business development: a highly educated workforce, availability of land for expansion, convenient location to the DFW area and a nationally acclaimed quality of life. To learn more about the City of McKinney, visit www.mckinneytexas.org.