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Early Morning Fire Destroys Highway 97 Home
January 19, 2012
There were no injuries reported in early Thursday morning fire that destroyed a home in Walnut Hill.
The fire at 9661 Highway 97, next door to Tichi’s Garage, was spotted by a passerby just before 2 a.m. The occupants were not at home at the time of the fire in the 2,000 square foot concrete block home.
For a photo gallery from the scene, click here.
The house was well involved when the first firefighters arrived on the scene, with flames shooting from roof and rear of the home. It took about 45 minutes to bring the fire under control.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Florida State Fire Marshal’s Office.
The Walnut Hill, McDavid, Century and Molino stations of Escambia Fire Rescue, Atmore Fire Department, Atmore Ambulance and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the fire.
Pictured: A fire about 2 a.m. Thursday destroyed this home on Highway97 in Walnut Hill. NorthEscambia.com exclusive photos, click to enlarge.
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4 Responses to “Early Morning Fire Destroys Highway 97 Home”
SO SAD!!!!!!!!
What an aweful shock that must have been. My heart goes out to you. Walnut Hill Baptist Church and I’m sure many others can help you with clothes and other essentials that you need right now.
Don’t feel embarrested to ask for help. we our all in this together to help each other in a Time of need.
Thank GOD you were in a safe place at the time. There will always be good that comes from bad things. Keep smiling, don’t let the devil get you down.
All the best for your rebuild and future.
So glad no one was hurt! Sorry for your loss of your home..just thank the Lord you were not home at the time.
Great photos!