West Knox County Home Sustains Major Damage in Fire, Rural Metro Says

Crews were able to contain the fire and stop it from spreading to nearby homes. (Courtesy: Rural Metro Fire)

West Knox County Home Sustains Major Damage in Fire, Rural Metro Says

Posted on March 20, 2025

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) An investigation is underway after a home is destroyed by fire in West Knox County.

Rural Metro Fire says crews were called to the 700 block of Plainview Road Wednesday night around 7:00 p.m. and saw flames shooting from the two-story home.

The fire had already spread into the attic and the main part of the home; fortunately, everyone inside made it out safely.

Crews were able to contain the fire and stop it from spreading to nearby homes; however, the residence sustained heavy damage.

No injuries were reported.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Crews were able to contain the fire and stop it from spreading to nearby homes. (Courtesy: Rural Metro Fire)

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