KNOXVILLE, Tenn — Knoxville Fire Department said one person is in the hospital after a Sunday morning fire in the Mechanicsville Community.
KFD said crews responded to a house fire at 1634 Dora Street around 9:00 a.m. Firefighters found heavy smoke and fire coming from the front of the house. Crews were able to quickly put out the fire.
KFD reported that family members pulled out one occupant from the house before crews arrived. An ambulance was called for and the victim was transported to the hospital. Their current condition is unknown.
KFD said after an examination of the site, the cause of the fire was determined to be an accident. The house received severe damage throughout.
KFD reported no other injuries and Red Cross is assisting the family.
