NEWS RELEASE
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Immediate Release
"Clunkers" Burn at Johnson City Honda
Johnson City Honda's Used Car Lot #2 was the scene of a multi-vehicle fire on September 2nd. The Johnson City Fire Department was dispatched to this location, located at 3009 Bristol Highway, at approximately 3:15 p.m.
Dispatchers were initially advised of a single vehicle on fire at the rear of the lot. Additional information was received that additional vehicles were now involved. Three engine companies were dispatched to the location because of the potential exposures.
Upon arrival, Firefighters found three vehicles well involved in fire. A fourth vehicle was beginning to ignite. Crews quickly attacked the fire, and contained the fire to the three vehicles involved upon arrival.
The three vehicles, all full size trucks, were a total loss. The fourth vehicle, an SUV, only suffered some minor heat damage. A wooded area near the lot was exposed, but crews prevent the fire from extending.
Further investigation reveled the vehicles were all a part of the "Cash for Clunkers" Program. The vehicles involved were being blown up by the dealership as a part of complying with the rules of the reimbursement program. The vehicles were scheduled to be sent to the recycling yard tomorrow.
No civilians or firefighter were injured during the incident.
Three engine companies and shift supervisor responded to the call. Ten fire personnel were on the scene.
For additional information contact Lieutenant Jason Powell 423-483-5819.
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