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Deputy, firefighters credited with saving home
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Aug 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Summary: A local family in Cumberland County says Cumberland County first responders helped prevent their home from being a total loss after a house fire on August 21. Resident Michelle Mullis said the blaze started in the master bedroom, producing heavy smoke plus fire and water damage.
WHO: Resident Michelle Mullis; Cumberland County deputy and firefighters
WHAT: First responders credited with saving a Cumberland County home from total loss after a house fire
WHEN: Aug 21, 2026
WHERE: Cumberland County, Tennessee
WHY: The fire was caused by a faulty electrical cord, according to the resident’s statement.
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