Fire Damages Two Homes in Old Hickory

Blaze spreads from one residence to neighboring house in Nashville suburb

Apr. 3, 2026 at 11:05pm

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A fire broke out on Aaronwood Drive in Old Hickory, Tennessee on Friday afternoon, damaging two homes in the neighborhood. The initial fire started in one residence and then spread to the adjacent house, causing significant damage to both properties. No injuries were reported, as the family living in the first home was not present when the blaze began. Firefighters were able to rescue the family's dogs that were inside the home.

Why it matters

House fires are a common occurrence, but the spread of this blaze from one home to the next highlights the potential for such incidents to escalate and cause widespread destruction, especially in densely populated residential areas. The quick response and actions of the Nashville Fire Department likely prevented even greater damage.

The details

According to Assistant Nashville Fire Chief Tim Moyers, when crews arrived on the scene, they encountered heavy smoke in a common area above the garage of the first home. A second alarm was issued as the fire moved into the attic and then extended to the adjacent house. Preliminary estimates suggest the original home may have sustained 50% to 75% damage, while the neighboring house suffered between 15% and 25% damage.

  • The fire was reported around 4:15 p.m. on Friday, April 3, 2026.

The players

Tim Moyers

Assistant Nashville Fire Chief who provided details about the fire response and damage assessment.

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What they’re saying

“When crews arrived on the scene, they encountered heavy smoke in a common area above the garage.”

— Tim Moyers, Assistant Nashville Fire Chief

“The fire it moved to the attic and then it extended to the adjacent house.”

— Tim Moyers, Assistant Nashville Fire Chief

“Everybody's out and everybody's good.”

— Tim Moyers, Assistant Nashville Fire Chief

What’s next

Investigators are en route to determine the cause and origin of the fire.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety and prevention measures in residential neighborhoods, as well as the critical role of first responders in quickly containing and extinguishing blazes to minimize damage and protect lives.