Seven people evacuated safely Wednesday afternoon after a partial building collapse at a local commercial facility following intense thunderstorms.
The incident highlights the immediate structural risks posed by severe weather as heavy rainfall continues to saturate North Texas infrastructure.
Fire crews responded to the TPI building in the 2900 block of Kingsley Road just before 5 p.m.
All seven occupants managed to exit the structure on their own before first responders arrived.
Garland Fire Department officials confirmed no injuries were reported during the event, WFAA reported.
The collapse coincides with a period of volatile weather across Dallas County.
Initial reports suggest recent heavy rainfall is the primary cause of the structural failure.
The collapse occurred while Dallas County remained under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch, effective until 11 p.m. Wednesday.
While rain is the suspected culprit, fire officials stated the incident remains under formal investigation.
Building inspectors are expected to assess the TPI facility’s structural integrity as investigators confirm the official cause of the collapse.