At 3:49pm Wednesday, the neighbors of 5201 Camelia Dr called 911 to report that the house was on fire. When Knox County Communications dispatched the KFD units, they reported that fire was coming out of the front window.
Crews arrived within minutes and saw heavy smoke and flames coming from the front of the home. Squad 14 was able to make quick entry and knock the fire down within minutes. Crews are still on scene overhauling and cleaning up. Fortunately, the fire was able to be extinguished quickly, the hot days can present additional challenges. Thankfully there was no one home at the time of the fire.
There are no injuries reported.
Investigators are on scene trying to determine a cause.
2 Bat Chiefs
2 Engines
1 Squad
1 Ladder
1 Rescue
1 Ambulance
18 total members
