TVFD Responds to Multiple House Fires During Week; US 59, 84 Scene of Crash

December 26, 2022 - Timpson Volunteer Fire Department (TVFD) was called out December 24, 2022, for their fifth house fire of the week at 3:45pm to CR 4667 and CR 4660. 

Upon arrival it was discovered that a trash fire had gotten out and reached a dwelling, setting it on fire as well. TVFD began attacking the structure fire, as well as the grass and brush fire simultaneously. The grass and brush fire was approximately 15 acres and additional help was requested with Tenaha VFD responding with brush trucks to assist. 

While fighting the fire, at 4:34pm a two-vehicle accident occurred at US Highway 59 and Highway 84, pulling part of the fire department resources to assist with the wreck. 

No injuries were reported due to the fire and there was one person transported for injuries due to the accident.