A fire erupted at the Regal Inn located at 2025 S Church Street in Murfreesboro this past Friday night, causing an emergency evacuation of the premises. WKRN reports that guests were forced to leave the building as firefighters tackled the blaze, which started in a room that was under renovation. According to officials, the call was received just after 11 p.m., at which time multiple areas of smoke were visible erupting from the motel.
The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) was quickly on scene, extinguishing the fire before it could spread beyond two units. While the flames damaged two rooms, the MFRD has confirmed that there were no injuries as a result of the incident. In a statement obtained by WSMV, the cause of the fire is still being investigated by the MFRD.
The evacuation, carried out by the Murfreesboro Fire Department, ensured that all guests were safely removed from the danger zone. The fire marshal's office is deeply delving into the origins of the fire to determine what sparked the incident. In a room under renovation when firefighters arrived they were greeted by smoke, the smoldering evidence of a crisis averted, according to the public information officer cited by FOX 17.
This incident marks a close call for the patrons of the Regal Inn, reiterating the importance of stringent safety measures in places of temporary residence. The motel management is currently overseeing the aftermath, assessing the damage to the two affected units. While patrons returned to their temporary homes with a story to tell, the cause of this recent fire remains enveloped in mystery, as reported by the WKRN.
