78-Year-Old Man Killed in Early Morning House Fire in Cartersville

Cartersville and Bartow County crews battled heavy flames before bringing the blaze under control

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A deadly early-morning house fire on Remington Drive in Cartersville claimed the life of 78-year-old Dennis Priest after firefighters found him inside the burned home. The Cartersville Fire Marshal's Office is investigating the cause and says more information will be released as it becomes available.

Why it matters

House fires can have devastating consequences, especially when they result in loss of life. This incident raises concerns about fire safety and the need for thorough investigations to determine the cause and prevent similar tragedies in the future.

The details

Cartersville and Bartow County firefighters responded to the early morning fire and found heavy flames upon arrival. They were able to bring the blaze under control, but tragically discovered the body of 78-year-old Dennis Priest inside the burned home.

  • The fire occurred in the early morning hours on February 10, 2026.

The players

Dennis Priest

A 78-year-old man who was killed in the house fire.

Cartersville Fire Marshal's Office

The office investigating the cause of the deadly fire.

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What’s next

The Cartersville Fire Marshal's Office will continue its investigation to determine the cause of the fire and release more information as it becomes available.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the importance of fire safety and the need for thorough investigations to prevent similar disasters in the future. The community will likely rally around the family of the victim and work to address any underlying issues that may have contributed to the deadly blaze.