Deadly House Fire Kills One in Anderson, SC

Blaze in mobile home on Hall Rd claims life, injures another

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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One person died and another was seriously injured after a late-night house fire in the 400 block of Hall Rd in Anderson, South Carolina, according to the Anderson County Coroner's Office. The fire broke out around 11:45 p.m. on Friday, February 13, with first responders finding the mobile home fully engulfed in flames.

Why it matters

Residential fires, especially in mobile homes, can spread rapidly and prove deadly, especially when they occur overnight when occupants may be asleep. This incident highlights the importance of fire safety precautions and quick emergency response in preventing further loss of life.

The details

The victim who died was identified as 49-year-old Michael Chris Robinson, who succumbed to smoke inhalation and thermal burns. One female occupant was airlifted to the Augusta Burn Center with serious injuries. Investigators determined the fire was accidental, caused by a heater placed too close to combustible materials.

  • The fire was reported to 911 just before midnight on Friday, February 13, 2026.
  • Firefighters arrived to find the mobile home fully engulfed in flames.

The players

Michael Chris Robinson

A 49-year-old resident who died in the fire from smoke inhalation and thermal burns.

Anderson County Coroner's Office

The local agency that investigated the cause and manner of the fatal fire.

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What’s next

Investigators will continue looking into whether any additional safety devices, such as smoke alarms, were present and functioning in the mobile home.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the importance of fire safety precautions, especially the proper placement of heating equipment, to prevent future loss of life in residential fires.