Beaumont, TX – Overheated industrial equipment causes structure fire, contained by sprinkler system; No injuries reported

Jefferson County first responders have been called to a reported structure fire in the 6300 block of Industrial Rd. at Fred Clark Felt Co. near Cheek. 

Officials said the fire was a small one, and has been extinguished. 

It’s believed a piece of industrial equipment that may have overheated caused the fire, but the cause is still under investigation. 

Officials said the sprinkler system in the building helped contain the fire. 

No one was injured according to officials.