KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – The Knoxville Fire Department responded to two house fires overnight.
The first happened around 11:45 p.m. when they received a call about a garage on fire on Keith Ave. There were 7 people and 5 dogs inside. Crews were able to put the fire out in about an hour.
No one was hurt, but the home sustained significant fire, smoke, and water damage. KFD says the home can no longer be lived in. They are still trying to determine what caused the fire.
The second fire happened around 1:35 this morning on Stair Ave. When crews arrived, they say they found the front porch on fire. They were able to put that fire out within 10 minutes…