A late-night blaze ripped through several units at the Greenbrier Apartments along Franklin Pike in South Nashville on Wednesday, sending one person to the hospital and forcing multiple households to rush out into the night. Neighbors described frantic door-to-door knocks as people scrambled to get out before the flames spread.
Nashville Fire Department crews said flames were first reported just before 11 p.m. and that at least three apartments were affected. At least one person was inside when the fire started and was taken to a hospital, where officials say that person is expected to survive, according to WSMV.
Red Cross Steps In With Emergency Help
The American Red Cross has been called in to help residents who lost their homes in the fire, providing emergency shelter, food, and other urgent support. Those affected can reach out to the local Red Cross chapter or call 1-800-RED-CROSS for assistance and shelter information, per the American Red Cross Tennessee Region.
Door-to-Door Warnings as Crews Battle Flames
People living nearby said one neighbor went door-to-door to pound on doors and warn others once the fire erupted, and many residents crowded onto nearby streets while firefighters worked to knock down hotspots. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and crews stayed on scene into the early morning hours, according to WSMV.
Resources for Displaced Tenants
Tenants affected by the fire are advised to document all damage, save receipts for emergency purchases, and notify their landlord and insurance provider as soon as possible about any losses. For immediate referrals to housing, food, or recovery services, residents can call 2-1-1, text their ZIP code to 898-211, or visit the United Way of Greater Nashville 211 information page at United Way of Greater Nashville.
