Sissonville Home Destroyed in Early Morning Fire

One resident and two dogs escaped unharmed, but the home is a total loss.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A home in Sissonville, West Virginia was completely destroyed by an early morning fire on Wednesday. The fire broke out around 4:45 a.m. on Sturm Pritt Lane, and one person along with their two dogs were able to escape without injury. Officials believe the fire started in the home's fireplace.

Why it matters

Residential fires can have devastating consequences, leading to the total loss of a home and all of a family's possessions. This incident highlights the importance of fire safety and the need for quick action to evacuate when a fire breaks out.

The details

According to the Sissonville Fire Department, the fire started around 4:45 a.m. on Wednesday morning at a home on Sturm Pritt Lane. One resident and their two dogs were able to safely escape the burning home, but the structure was completely destroyed and is considered a total loss. Firefighters from the Sissonville, Malden, and Tyler Mountain Fire Departments all responded to the scene.

  • The fire broke out around 4:45 a.m. on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.

The players

Sissonville Fire Department

The local fire department that responded to and investigated the early morning fire.

Malden Fire Department

One of the neighboring fire departments that assisted in responding to the fire.

Tyler Mountain Fire Department

Another neighboring fire department that helped fight the blaze.

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The takeaway

This tragic fire serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety and preparedness, as well as the need for strong coordination between local fire departments to respond effectively to emergencies. While the home was a total loss, the fact that the resident and their pets escaped unharmed is a positive outcome.