Bradley County Fire and Rescue extinguish series of fires
BRADLEY COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — Bradley County first responders have extinguished a series of fires over the weekend.
At around 4 p.m. on Sunday, Bradley County 911 received a call reporting a small, active brush fire on Dalton Pike near Waterville Community School.
Authorities then discovered ten additional locations along Dalton Pike reporting similar brush fires, and creating a series of isolated incidents that stretched over a six-mile span.
Bradley County Fire & Rescue respond to series of fires over the weekend. Images provided by Adam Lewis with Bradley County Fire & Rescue.
Bradley County Fire & Rescue swiftly mobilized its resources to respond to all reported locations.
The largest of these fires, covering approximately one acre, was located at the 6600 block of Dalton Pike, causing a temporary road closure as firefighters worked diligently to extinguish the flames.
Bradley County Fire & Rescue respond to series of fires over the weekend. Images provided by Adam Lewis with Bradley County Fire & Rescue.
In response to these incidents, arson investigators were dispatched to various fire scenes to gather evidence and determine the cause of the fires.
Bradley County Fire & Rescue claim, “The safety of the community is our top priority, and we are committed to a thorough investigation.”
Adam Lewis, Public Information Officer with Bradley County Fire & Rescue, said that they are reaching out to the public for assistance.
If anyone has information related to these fires or witnessed suspicious activity in the affected areas, authorities kindly request you to come forward.
Your cooperation can greatly aid their ongoing investigation.
Bradley County Fire & Rescue respond to series of fires over the weekend. Images provided by Adam Lewis with BCFR.
For any information or tips, please contact Bradley County Investigators at (423) 728-7295.
Alternatively, information can be shared anonymously through the Tennessee Arson Hotline at (800) 762-3017.“The Bradley County Fire & Rescue team is grateful for the continued support of the community, and together, we will work towards ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents. We will provide further updates as the investigation progresses,” Lewis said.
