House fire in Weslaco claims lives of two small dogs

WESLACO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Hidalgo County Fire Marshall is investigating a house fire that claimed the lives of two small dogs in rural Weslaco.

Firefighters responded to a fire at a residence on Sunday on Mile 12 1/2 west on FM 88.

According to Fire Marshall Homer Garza, no occupants were inside the home; however, two small dogs died as a result of the fire.

The cause of the fire is undetermined at this time, Garza told ValleyCentral.

The American Red Cross was called to assist the family.