39 Residents Displaced after Morristown Apartment Fire

39 people are displaced by Morristown apartment fire. (Courtesy: City of Morristown)

39 Residents Displaced after Morristown Apartment Fire

Posted on November 12, 2024

Morristown, TN (WOKI) Thirty-nine people are displaced following an apartment fire over the weekend in Morristown.

The fire broke out around 9:40 Saturday morning, November 9, at the Trent Apartments on Morningside Drive.

Officials with the Morristown Fire Department say firefighters at the scene said flames could be seen shooting through the roof.

MFD says the fire took several hours to bring under control and has left 39 residents displaced from their homes.

No injuries were reported, and the Red Cross is assisting those impacted by the fire.

39 people are displaced by Morristown apartment fire. (Courtesy: City of Morristown)

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