NEWS RELEASE
Immediate Release
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Condo Fire at 1008 Quality Circle
Fire Companies were called to 1008 Quality Circle just after 4 a.m. this morning for a reported Condo Fire. Upon arrival, Firefighters found heavy smoke visible from one unit.
The occupant of the condo had evacuated prior to the Fire Department's arrival. The neighbors in the adjacent condo were also in the process of evacuating. The fire was concentrated in a basement storage area, but was extending to the living area.
An aggressive attack was initiated, and the majority of the fire was contained to the basement. Smoke and heat damage extended through the residence. The adjacent condos suffered smoke damage. All the occupants were able to secure alternative housing arrangements.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation at this time. Smoking may have contributed to the cause, but no definite determination has been made.
Four Engines, the Manpower Unit, a Ladder company, the Rehab Unit and Shift Supervisor responded to the call. A total of 18 fire personnel responded to the scene. Washington County / Johnson City EMS responded to the scene with a Rescue Unit and an ALS Ambulance.
There were no injures to civilians or firefighters. Three cats were rescued from on of the apartments.
Please contact Captain Stanley Daniels (423)483-5828 or Lt/EMTP Jason Powell (423)483-5819 if you have any additional questions.
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Lt./EMTP Jason Powell
Johnson City, TN Fire Dept.
B-Shift - "North Battalion"
Station 5
205 Broyles Dr.
Johnson City, TN 37601
Station: (423) 283-5804
Cell: (423) 483-5819
Fax: (423) 283-5885
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