A fire tore through a home on the 200 block of St. John’s Road Tuesday evening, displacing a man and his dog but leaving them unharmed. The blaze, which started shortly after 7 p.m., caused significant damage, including the loss of a 1934 classic vehicle stored in the garage.
🔥 Why It Matters: For a homeowner who has lived there since 1992, this fire represents the loss of not only a residence but also decades of memories and irreplaceable possessions.
🐾 What Happened: The homeowner and his dog escaped without injury as the fire spread rapidly, engulfing much of the roof.
• The Walthourville Fire Department, with assistance from the Hinesville Fire Department, fought the flames for 30 minutes before bringing them under control.
• Firefighters described the blaze as intense, with flames leaping several feet into the night sky.
🏚️ Between the Lines: Beyond the immediate damage to the home, the owner’s 1934 classic vehicle was heavily impacted. The garage bore the brunt of the fire’s destruction, adding to the loss.
