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A man is in custody after allegedly setting his home ablaze and barricading himself inside on Saturday evening. Jonathan Lee, 33, faces charges including first-degree arson, first-degree criminal damage to property, and obstruction.

Crime

Barricaded Suspect Arrested Following House Fire in Duluth

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 15, 2024September 15, 2024

LAWRENCEVILLE — A late-night house fire in Lawrenceville nearly turned tragic, but the swift actions of Gwinnett County firefighters ensured that all residents, including a family dog, made it out alive. The fire, which broke out around 2:35 a.m. on the 3500 block of River Drive SW, left a family of four displaced and sent one man to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Fire

Man and Dog Rescued from Lawrenceville House Fire

by Thom ChandlerAugust 14, 2024August 14, 2024

A residential fire broke out on Registry Oaks Lane in Mableton prompting a large-scale response from Cobb County Fire & Emergency Services.

Fire

Photos: Fire Engulfs Mableton Home, Residents Escape Unharmed

by Thom ChandlerJuly 17, 2024July 17, 2024

Earlier today, the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department's Engine #11 crew efficiently extinguished a small brush fire along a roadside.

Fire

Cigarette Butt Causes Brush Fire Along Macon Roadside

by Thom ChandlerJune 23, 2024June 23, 2024

🚒 The Gist: A tractor-trailer fire has led to a partial lane closure on I-20 westbound at exit 5 in Haralson County, Georgia. Authorities are urging drivers to avoid the area if possible.

Traffic & Transportation

Tractor-Trailer Fire Causes Traffic Delays on I-20 in Haralson County

by Thom ChandlerJune 12, 2024June 12, 2024

The Gist: A house fire late last night in the Flintstone community of Walker County resulted in the death of a man in his late 40s.

Fire

Walker County Man Dies in Overnight House Fire

by Thom ChandlerApril 27, 2024April 27, 2024

Railroad crossing sign near railway

Fire

What Was The Fire Near The Railroad Tracks in Norcross Today?

by Thom ChandlerApril 23, 2024April 23, 2024

🔍 The Details: A swift response from the Savannah Fire Department to the fire report at Abercorn St. and Mercy Blvd. saw heavy smoke and flames tackled efficiently, with the scene reached in less than four minutes. A full evacuation and search ensured everyone's safety.

Fire

Fire Breaks Out at Savannah Hotel: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerMarch 27, 2024March 27, 2024

fire, flames, hot

Georgia is Still Facing Dry Conditions and a Risk of Wildfires

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 27, 2024February 27, 2024

🚒 The Details: The National Weather Service warns of relative humidities dropping to 25 percent or lower for over four hours today. With light winds shifting to southwest and dry conditions, the risk for wildfires is significantly increased. Residents are urged to check with local authorities before burning outdoors and to exercise extreme caution if they do.

Georgia Residents Face A High Risk of Wildfires Today: Here’s Why

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 25, 2024February 25, 2024

📋 The Details: The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory effective from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., covering a broad swath of Georgia. Expected northwest winds of 15 to 20 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph, could unsettle unsecured objects and down tree limbs, raising the risk of power outages.

Georgia’s Weekend Weather Outlook Includes Fire and Wind

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 24, 2024February 24, 2024

🚒 The Gist: North and West Georgia face high fire danger today due to critically low humidity.

Georgia Residents Warned of Fire Danger Amid Dry Conditions

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 18, 2024February 18, 2024

Fire trucks and firefighters brigade in the city

Fire, Newsflash

Fire Under Bridge on Buford Highway: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 11, 2024

In Georgia, the Christmas season is synonymous with the joy of home decoration, but it's also a time to be extra vigilant about fire safety. Here are some key tips to keep in mind:

Are Your Christmas Decorations a Safety Hazard?

by Thom ChandlerDecember 16, 2023December 16, 2023

🚒 The Gist: A vehicle collision in Woodstock led to a broken power pole and fire, disrupting railroad services.

Fire

Photos: Fire in Downtown Woodstock

by Thom ChandlerDecember 13, 2023December 13, 2023

🚒 The Gist: The Roswell Fire Department launches its "Keep the Wreath Green" campaign, aiming to reduce holiday-related fires in the community by using a wreath with green bulbs as a visual reminder, turning bulbs red for each structure fire.

Fire

Can Roswell Residents ‘Keep the Wreath Green’ This Year?

by Thom ChandlerDecember 1, 2023December 1, 2023

The Gist: An electrical fire at a Midtown Atlanta high-rise critically injured two contractors during routine electrical system upgrades.

Fire

Fire Near Atlantic Station in Midtown Atlanta Injures Two Contractors

by Thom ChandlerNovember 19, 2023

🚒 The Gist: A devastating fire erupted on the rooftop of an apartment complex in Atlanta, prompting a large-scale rescue operation and subsequent arrests for property damage and reckless conduct.

Fire

Two Arrested After Major Fire at Atlanta Apartment Complex: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerNovember 12, 2023

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