Riverside H-E-B Closed After Fire, Reopening Expected Thursday

The H-E-B Plus! store at 2508 E. Riverside Dr. in Austin is temporarily closed following a small fire on Tuesday that caused minor damage, a company representative said. According to a news release, the fire was quickly contained and no injuries were reported. Austin Fire Department crews responded to the incident, and the company credited firefighters for their swift response.

The store sustained minor damage and will remain closed Wednesday while repairs are underway. H-E-B said it hopes to reopen the Riverside location on Thursday. No additional details about the cause of the fire or which areas of the store were affected were immediately available.

Customers planning to shop at the Riverside location are encouraged to make alternate arrangements until the store reopens.

This story will be updated as more information becomes available.