Fire Engulfs Boats at Elm Hill Marina, Crews Respond in Nashville
A significant fire incident occurred at the Elm Hill Marina, located off J. Percy Priest Lake in Donelson, Nashville. The fire erupted early in the morning, around 7 a.m., devastating several boats docked at the facility.
Fire Details and Response
When the Nashville Fire Department (NFD) crews arrived, they discovered a houseboat completely engulfed in flames. Fortunately, the occupants had evacuated before the firefighters reached the scene, ensuring no injuries were reported.
The fire quickly spread to adjacent boats, prompting a coordinated response from crews who battled the flames from both land and water. In an effort to limit damage, some boats were cut loose from their moorings.
Impact on the Marina Area
Thick smoke rose from the marina, creating a visible plume that could be seen from miles away. To secure the area and ensure safety, Nashville police closed off access to the marina as multiple vehicles attempted to enter the scene.
Witness Accounts
Bryon Elness, a local resident, described hearing sirens from his home near Bell Road. He initially dismissed the noise until he came across social media updates regarding the fire. Elness, who keeps a pontoon boat at the marina, reported seeing flames upon his arrival.
- Time of Fire: 7 a.m.
- Location: Elm Hill Marina, Donelson.
- Occupants evacuated before firefighters arrived.
- No reported injuries.
Elness noted that flames appeared to diminish, only to reemerge later. He speculated whether the cutting loose of a boat contributed to the flare-up. Additionally, he mentioned a wooden dock at the marina where a fire department boat is typically stationed.
This incident remains under investigation, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available on Filmogaz.com.
