Nashville Fire Department crews responded Saturday to two large fires in the city, including a second-alarm blaze at Slate Apartment Homes in Bellevue and a barn fire on Lickton Pike.
The apartment fire, located at 7439 Hwy 70, spread from the original area into the roof of the building, forcing crews to work defensively to contain the flames. Firefighters are now performing salvage and overhaul operations to fully extinguish the blaze. One firefighter was transported from the scene with minor injuries unrelated to fire operations.
Meanwhile, the barn fire on Lickton Pike has been contained. Officials say nearby residents may still see light smoke from smoldering materials, which is expected and not a cause for alarm. No injuries were reported, and the scene is expected to be cleared within the hour. Crews are working to reload about a half-mile of hose used to establish water supply lines, with personnel rotated to prevent heat-related issues.
Both operations remain active as crews complete containment and cleanup.
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