Ray Lane Home Destroyed In Fire


The Sharps Chapel Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a residential fire at 156 Ray Lane on Sunday afternoon, March 6, 2022 around 3:30pm. When Command 5 arrived on the scene 7 minutes later, command reported that flames were coming from the left side of the structure and command had been advised no one was in the residence. No other hazards were reported. SCVFD Engines 51 and 52 arrived on the scene and attack lines were pulled to fight the fire. Units from Northeast Union VFD and Luttrell VFD also soon arrived on scene and assisted with the blaze. Firefighters were able to get a quick knock down on the fire and checked for a few hot spots. Units were on scene less than 2 hours before returning back in service. None of the surrounding homes or structures were damaged. Paulette and Maynardville units were released by command to return to their areas. Although the structure was still standing, Flames and Water damage made it a complete loss with few items to be recovered from inside. According to Information obtained at the scene, the home belonged to Winston and Ruby Eads and their son Josh had been staying in the residence prior to the fire. The cause was listed under investigation at this time. Powell Valley Electric Cooperative was called to the scene to cut power from the residence. A SCVFD firefighter was checked on the scene by Union County EMS for Smoke Inhalation and Overheating, but was later released without further incident. No other injuries were reported.Chief Upton said he would like to thank everyone for their assistance.

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