Multiple Fire Crews Respond to Blaze in Southeast Memphis
SOUTHEAST MEMPHIS, TN – A significant fire in Southeast Memphis prompted a rapid response from multiple fire crews late this afternoon. Smoke billowed into the sky as firefighters battled the flames, which engulfed a commercial structure on the corner of Winchester Road and Ridgeway Road.
Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with bright orange flames visible from several blocks away. Local residents reported hearing explosions, but officials have not confirmed the cause of the fire. “It was scary; we could see the smoke from our house,” said one onlooker who preferred to remain anonymous. “The firefighters have been working hard to control it.”
The Memphis Fire Department dispatched several units to the scene, and by 4:30 PM, more than 30 firefighters were actively combating the blaze. Fire Chief John Smith confirmed that crews have faced challenges with the fire’s intensity and the building’s structural integrity. “We are taking every precaution to ensure the safety of our personnel and nearby residents,” Chief Smith stated during a brief press conference outside the scene.
As dusk fell, the firefighting efforts were visibly underway, with hoses spreading across the street and crackling flames casting an orange glow against the night sky. Fortunately, initial reports indicated no injuries, and crews were working diligently to prevent the fire from spreading to adjacent buildings.
Residents were advised to avoid the area as fire crews continued to assess the situation. Investigators will determine the cause of the blaze once it is safe to do so. Firefighters are expected to remain on-site throughout the evening to monitor hotspots and ensure the fire is fully extinguished.
Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available about this developing story.
