House fire reported near North Highway (number withheld) in Austin

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported structure fire at a home on North Highway (number withheld) in the Austin area. Callers initially reported heavy smoke with no visible flames and no one inside, but later radio traffic indicated the entire house was on fire. A woman believed to be a relative was outside and was being kept from going back into the house to retrieve cats, and police were requested to assist at the scene.