Incident and Response
Carrie Underwood and her family are safe following a fire that broke out on their property in Leiper’s Fork/Hillsboro, Tennessee, according to a spokesperson for the singer speaking to “Good Morning America.”
Fire Details
The fire, which occurred on Sunday night, was contained quickly, and fortunately, there was no damage to the primary residence. All family members and pets emerged unharmed from the incident.
Firefighting Efforts
According to a media release from Williamson County fire/rescue, firefighters from all eight stations responded to a fire alarm in District 21. Upon arrival, they discovered flames originating from the garage area. The situation rapidly escalated to a structure fire when a UTV parked near the garage caught fire. Firefighters deployed a handline from the first responding unit to control the blaze and prevent its spread.
Prevention and Investigation
Firefighters utilized a water supply from a 10,000-gallon reservoir on the property to extinguish the fire swiftly and prevent it from extending into the home. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, as per a post from Williamson County Fire/Rescue on social media the same night. No firefighters sustained injuries during the operation.
Carrie Underwood’s Response
Before the fire, Carrie Underwood shared a moment on her Instagram story with her sheep Gray and Gary. Despite the incident, the award-winning singer is expected to continue her residency at Resorts World in Las Vegas this summer. Recently, she attended the 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala in New York City, demonstrating her dedication to her music career amidst personal challenges.