The Hall County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating an early afternoon residential fire.
Around 12:45 p.m. on October 7, Hall County E-911 dispatched crews to the scene in the 5300 block of Elrod Road in Gainesville. When firefighters arrived, they found the double-wide mobile home “fully involved,” says Hall County Fire Rescue Public Information Officer Kimberlie Ledsinger.
“The resident evacuated the home immediately once flames were visible. The bulk of the fire extended from the center of the home to the right side,” says Ledsinger.
Firefighters searched the residence to make sure there was no one else inside. They did not find anyone. No one was injured. As of 1:40 p.m. Friday, crews were still on the scene putting out hot spots, making sure the fire was out.
First responders notified the Red Cross to get help for the displaced resident.
The cause of the fire is unknown.
