Tennessee Home Fire Leaves One Dead, Fire Officials Say
I woke up this morning reading about a tragic start to the new year in Memphis. Just after 7:30 a.m., firefighters were called to a house fire on Berclair Road, and sadly, one person lost their life.
The fire started in a detached building behind the home, reportedly due to an accidental electrical issue. I can’t imagine how shocking it must have been for neighbors hearing the sirens and seeing the flames so early in the day.
While the Memphis Fire Department worked quickly and no firefighters were hurt, this incident is a stark reminder of how suddenly accidents can happen in our own homes…