06/08/2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
On today at approximately 4:39 PM, the Hitchins Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to a possible structure fire in the approximately 1000 block of Hurricane Hollow.
Upon arrival, Engine 511 reported a fully involved structure fire and immediately requested additional tanker support due to the severity of the incident. Mutual aid departments from Grayson Fire Department, Norton Branch Fire Department, and Webbville Fire Department responded to assist.
Firefighters worked tirelessly to bring the fire under control and remained on scene until approximately 6:35 PM.
The family suffered a devastating loss. We ask our community to keep this family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time as they begin the process of rebuilding after losing so much.
The Hitchins Volunteer Fire Department would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the following agencies for their assistance and support:
• Carter County E-911 – for quickly coordinating and dispatching additional resources as soon as they were requested
Grayson Fire Department
Norton Branch Fire Department
Webbville Fire Department
Carter County Emergency Management.
Carter County EMS
The strength of the fire service and emergency response community is built on teamwork. These departments and agencies are always willing to answer the call and assist when needed, and for that we are extremely grateful.
Thank you to each and every responder who helped protect lives and property today. Your dedication, professionalism, and commitment to serving our communities do not go unnoticed.
Hitchins Volunteer Fire Department
My thoughts are with the family affected by this fire and with all of the responders who worked the incident
Grayson Fire Department
Norton Branch Fire Rescue
WebbvilleVolunteer FireDepartment
Carter County EMS
Carter Co. Emergency Management
Carter Co 911
