Smoke Signals: Frisco's Pool Supply Business Erupts in Flames

In the heart of Frisco, a sudden and intense fire broke out at a pool supply business, sending plumes of black smoke into the air and prompting a brief shelter-in-place order. The three-alarm blaze occurred on John W. Elliott Drive, near the intersection of Eldorado Parkway and the Dallas North Tollway. The fire marshal, Kelly Kistner, revealed that the decision to issue the shelter-in-place warning was a precautionary measure due to the presence of chlorine at the business. This meant that residents living in a specific area bordered by Research Road, Page Street, the railroad tracks, and the Dallas North Tollway were advised to stay indoors. The affected area included several apartment and office buildings, a trampoline park, and Toyota Stadium. As the situation unfolded, social media was filled with photographs and videos of the fire, showcasing the intensity of the flames and the thick smoke that billowed into the air. Some residents reported a strong, unpleasant odor, which added to the sense of unease. Fortunately, the air was deemed safe by firefighters, and the shelter-in-place order was lifted less than an hour later. However, the industrial complex east of the 10500 block of John Elliott Drive remained closed to traffic, as announced by the city on Facebook. The cause of the fire remains unknown, according to Kistner. While the investigation is ongoing, the incident serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety and preparedness in our communities.