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Massive Fire at Austin Motel Sparks Arson Investigation

10/6/2025

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The Austin Fire Department contained a fire near Interstate 35 at the Rodeway Inn, with over 60 firefighters; extinguished in 40–45 minutes.
The blaze originated at the Rodeway Inn motel and affected an Ethiopian restaurant.
Arson investigators are on scene to determine the cause. No civilians were injured. One firefighter suffered heat-related injuries. Electricity was briefly shut off.

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Story summary

The Austin Fire Department contained a fire near Interstate 35 at the Rodeway Inn, with over 60 firefighters; extinguished in 40–45 minutes.
The blaze originated at the Rodeway Inn motel and affected an Ethiopian restaurant.
Arson investigators are on scene to determine the cause. No civilians were injured. One firefighter suffered heat-related injuries. Electricity was briefly shut off.