CLEVELAND, Ga. – The White County Fire Department has had a busy week so far, responding to two residential fires in two days. Fortunately no injuries were reported in either.

White County Public Safety Director David Murphy reported that firefighters responded to a residence on Star Lake Lane in the Sautee Valley at approximately 6 a.m. Monday. Upon arrival, light smoke was showing from the structure.  Upon investigation, the home had a wood burning stove which was too close to the sofa. A log had rolled out and struck the sofa causing it to ignite.

An occupant was checked by White County Emergency Services but denied any injury and refused transport. The home sustained significant smoke damage.

On Tuesday at approximately 2 p.m., firefighters were called to a residential structure fire on Anteater Drive south of Cleveland.  Upon arrival, all occupants were out of the home.

The fire was quickly extinguished however the home had extensive damage at the front door and the attached porch/deck. In checking for extensions, a portion of the metal roof had to be removed and a tarp was placed on the roof to protect some of the contents.

A family pet was able to escape injury and was turned over to the occupant for safe keeping.

No injuries were reported. The Red Cross was called to assist the occupants.  Fire Investigator Jason Reed with White County Fire Services determined that an electrical arcing of an extension cord occurred at the front door which started the fire.  Firefighters were on scene for approximately two and one half hours.

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