The Johnson City Fire Department responded to a House Fire at 408 East Watauga Avenue this evening at 6:07 PM. The first unit arrived within 3 minutes from dispatch. The house was a 3 story turn-of-the-century structure with wood framing. Arriving units found heavy fire at the rear of the structure in a basement. All occupants were out of the structure. The first engine made entry at the rear basement and was able to gain control of the fire within 10 minutes. Additional units were used to gain access to the 2nd story above the basement. The fire had extended into the roof of the 2nd floor. Ladder companies were able to cut a vent hole in the roof of the structure. No injuries were reported on scene. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. No other information is available at this time.
Johnson City Fire Department
C-Shift
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