White Pine Fire Department crews rolled out Friday to a reported residential structure fire near Honeysuckle Lane and State Street, sending smoke up over the neighborhood as firefighters and mutual‑aid units moved in to secure the scene and protect nearby homes. Officials urged drivers and pedestrians to steer clear of the area and make room for emergency vehicles while crews worked.
What the department posted
According to a post from the White Pine Fire Department, crews were responding to a “residential structure fire” in the Honeysuckle Lane and State Street area and asked people to yield to responders and avoid the area if possible. The department did not release information about injuries or the cause of the blaze, and officials had not immediately provided additional details.
How this fits with recent calls
This latest call comes less than a month after WPFD and mutual‑aid partners responded to a building fire on Leadvale Road on Jan. 27 that drew in a dozen agencies to assist, as reported by WVLT. Coverage of recent incidents has highlighted how smaller towns like White Pine frequently rely on neighboring departments for backup during complex calls or rough weather.
How neighbors can stay safe
The department notes on its official site that it offers free smoke‑alarm installations and home‑fire safety resources, reminders that tend to hit closer to home after a structure fire, according to the White Pine Fire Department. If you see active flames or smell heavy smoke, move to a safe distance and call 911, and keep nearby roads clear for emergency vehicles until officials say the area is safe.
Updates
This story will be updated as officials release more information. For the fastest local updates, follow the White Pine Fire Department.
