MURFREESBORO, TN — A house fire broke out Tuesday morning on Joe Bond Trail, prompting a rapid response from the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD). Firefighters arrived to find flames coming from the front of the home and immediately launched an aggressive attack to contain the blaze.

The first responding crew conducted a primary search inside the structure while additional units arrived shortly after to assist. Firefighters worked to extinguish remaining hot spots and established a water supply to support operations. Fortunately, no residents were home at the time of the fire.

Three dogs were discovered safe and unharmed in the backyard.

Although the home suffered significant fire damage, no injuries were reported. The American Red Cross was contacted to assist the displaced homeowner.

The cause of the fire is still unknown and remains under investigation by MFRD’s Fire Marshal’s Office.

Units that responded to the scene included Engine 5 and 7; Ladder 4 and 11; Rescue 4; Safety 1 and 2; Battalion Chiefs 1 and 2; and Cars 100, 110, 120, and 130.

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