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A fire broke out in a church in Texas on Friday, flattening the building and destroying almost everything inside, except for the cross that was still standing between the burnt debris.
According to Wise County Paramedics Part 2, the fire broke out at the Balsora Baptist Church in Bridgeport and quickly burned down the structure.
When the flames were extinguished and the smoke was extinguished, the firefighters found signs of hope still standing.
“It’s a catastrophic loss to our community, but it’s a sight to see,” the department said. “The fire took the structure, but not the cross. It is a symbol that the building was exactly that building. The church is a congregation, and he will be in a place where two or more people gather. . “
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Extreme temperatures pose a challenge to fire brigade resources, and authorities have urged at least 11 other local and state agencies to seek help, the ministry said.
When the firefighters fought the flames, the roof of the church began to collapse with the crew still inside, according to fire authorities. Several firefighters were treated on-site by the Wise County EMS.
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The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Despite the catastrophic loss, the church held a prayer meeting on Sunday, KSAT-TV reported.