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APD: Fire off Topside Road contained, crews putting out hotspots

According to the Alcoa Police Department, teams responded to a fire on Topside Road between Wrights Ferry Road and Central Boulevard.

ALCOA, Tenn. — Update (5:20 p.m.): Crews in Alcoa said a section of Topside Road was closed off as crews responded to a fire on Thursday.

According to the Alcoa Police Department, teams responded to a fire on Topside Road between Wrights Ferry Road and Central Boulevard.

As of 5:20 p.m., crews said the fire was contained. Teams were working to put out the remaining hotspots. 

"Please seek alternate routes if you are traveling through the area. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available," APD said. 

Smoke could be seen in the area. A few people who lived near the area said they heard a boom before the fire started.

This story is developing and will be updated as more information becomes available. 

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