Early Saturday morning, at approximately 6 a.m., firefighters were dispatched to a structure fire at a shop situated at 301 Busby Road in Loretto. The alarm was raised by several motorists who noticed the flames and recognized the potential danger posed to a nearby residence. In a commendable act of vigilance, an off-duty Tennessee Highway Patrol Trooper, along with a Cadet, happened to be in the vicinity. They took immediate action by alerting the residents, ensuring that everyone was safely evacuated from the home.
Upon arrival, the firefighting team implemented a strategic response, employing tankers and a water shuttle operation to combat the blaze effectively. Their efforts were crucial in containing the fire, preventing it from spreading to other structures on the property. Thanks to the quick actions of both the passing motorists and the emergency responders, a potentially disastrous situation was averted.