Newport Scrap Yard Catches Fire, No Injuries Reported

Crews battle blaze at new Limitless Solutions Scrap Yard facility.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 10:41pm

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A sweeping, atmospheric landscape painting depicting a massive fire consuming a scrapyard in the distance, with thick smoke and flames billowing up into a dramatic, turbulent sky, conveying the overwhelming scale and power of the natural disaster.A raging fire at a new scrapyard facility in Newport, Tennessee serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of proper safety protocols for industrial sites.Newport Today

A fire broke out early Friday afternoon at the Limitless Solutions Scrap Yard in Newport, Tennessee. Cocke County officials responded to the scene and are working to contain the blaze, with no injuries reported so far and no structures threatened.

Why it matters

Scrap yards can pose significant fire risks due to the flammable materials and equipment on site. This incident highlights the importance of proper safety protocols and emergency preparedness for new industrial facilities in the community.

The details

The fire started around 1 p.m. on Friday at the Limitless Solutions Scrap Yard located on Old Asheville Highway in Newport. Cocke County crews are currently on the scene battling the blaze, which has not spread to any nearby structures. The scrap yard is a new business in the area, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for April 24.

  • The fire broke out around 1 p.m. on Friday, April 10, 2026.
  • Cocke County Mayor Rob Mathis provided an update about the fire response around 3:30 p.m. on Friday.

The players

Limitless Solutions Scrap Yard

A new scrap yard facility located in Newport, Tennessee that was scheduled to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 24.

Rob Mathis

The Cocke County Mayor, who provided updates on the fire response efforts.

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What’s next

Authorities will continue to monitor the situation and investigate the cause of the fire at the Limitless Solutions Scrap Yard.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of proper safety protocols and emergency preparedness for new industrial facilities in the community, especially those handling flammable materials.