Fire Contained to Attic in Dresden Home

Firefighters respond to blaze on Weakley County Nursing Home Road

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Dresden firefighters responded to a structure fire yesterday afternoon and were able to contain the blaze to the attic and exterior of a home on Weakley County Nursing Home Road. Deputy Fire Chief Kory Green said crews encountered heavy fire and smoke when they arrived, but were able to prevent the fire from spreading further.

Why it matters

Structure fires can pose a serious threat to public safety and property, so the quick response and containment of this incident by the Dresden Fire Department likely prevented more extensive damage.

The details

Firefighters from Dresden were assisted by crews from the Martin Fire Department and EMS in battling the blaze. The cause of the fire has not yet been reported.

  • The fire was reported around 5:35 pm yesterday afternoon.

The players

Kory Green

Deputy Fire Chief of the Dresden Fire Department.

Houston Taylor

The homeowner whose residence was affected by the fire.

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The takeaway

The Dresden Fire Department's swift action in containing this fire to the attic and exterior of the home demonstrates their preparedness and skill in responding to emergency situations and protecting the community.