A home was destroyed by fire in the Sale Creek area on Monday.
A neighbor made a 911 call at 2:30 p.m. reporting heavy smoke and fire at 14410 Back Valley Road.
The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department was the first unit on the scene, confirming a fully involved house fire.
Sale Creek Volunteer Fire Department arrived shortly thereafter, requesting additional units and manpower to respond to the scene. The Soddy-Daisy Fire Department responded and arrived on the scene to assist Sale Creek VFD.
Due to the significant amount of fire throughout the house, Sale Creek VFD made a defensive attack to control the fire and alleviate the fire from spreading on the dry terrain.
According to Chief Glen Aslinger of the Sale Creek VFD, the resident left the scene and drove to a convenience store to call 911. Chief Aslinger reported the fire started in the living room area.
The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, Fire Investigation, will investigate the fire and determine the cause.
No injuries were reported. Due to the significant hot temperatures, Hamilton County EMS was on the scene for potential injuries.
The home was a total loss and damages are estimated at $84,000.