Fire contained at Georgia boat plant with no injuries

Chaparral and Robalo Boats headquarters in Nashville saw minimal damage after Friday blaze.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 2:34pm

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A fire broke out on the roof of Plant One at the Chaparral and Robalo Boats headquarters in Nashville, Georgia on Friday, March 27. The Nashville Fire Department responded quickly and was able to contain the fire with assistance from other local agencies. There were no significant structural impacts or injuries reported from the incident.

Why it matters

As a major employer in the region, any disruption at the Chaparral and Robalo Boats manufacturing facility could have had significant economic impacts on the local community. The quick response and containment of the fire prevented more serious damage.

The details

According to the city of Nashville, the fire started on the roof of Plant One at the Chaparral and Robalo Boats headquarters. The Nashville Fire Department led the response, with assistance from the Nashville Police Department, Berrien County Sheriff's Office, Georgia Power, and other agencies. The fire was quickly contained, and damage was minimal with no significant structural impact or injuries reported.

  • The fire broke out on Friday, March 27, 2026.
  • The Nashville Fire Department responded to the scene.

The players

Chaparral and Robalo Boats

A boat manufacturing company with headquarters located in Nashville, Georgia.

Nashville Fire Department

The local fire department that led the response and containment of the fire at the Chaparral and Robalo Boats facility.

Clay Davis

The fire chief who led the local response teams.

Steve Adams

The fire captain who assisted in the response.

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What’s next

Investigators will continue to examine the cause of the fire, but the quick response and containment efforts prevented any major disruptions to the boat manufacturing operations.

The takeaway

The successful containment of the fire at the Chaparral and Robalo Boats facility demonstrates the importance of strong emergency response capabilities in protecting critical local businesses and employers, especially in smaller communities.