Chattanooga, TN – A fire in the attic of a duplex on Dodson Avenue displaced seven residents Monday morning. At 9:36 a.m. on July 14, 2025, Chattanooga Fire Department Blue Shift companies were dispatched to the 3500 block of Dodson Avenue following reports of smoke and flames.
Upon arrival, firefighters quickly located and extinguished the fire in the attic area of the home, which has been converted into two separate living units. No injuries were reported during the incident.
An investigator from the fire department was called to the scene to determine the cause of the fire. The American Red Cross arrived to assist families displaced from both sides of the duplex with emergency shelter and support.
Fire units including Engine 10, Engine 4, Engine 5, Ladder 5, Squad 7, and Engine 6 responded alongside Chattanooga Police Department, Hamilton County EMS, and CFD Investigations and Supply teams to manage the scene and provide aid.
Officials continue to investigate the origin of the fire and urge anyone with information to contact the Chattanooga Fire Department.