Fire units respond to the northwest part of Wilson County for what ended up being a controlled burn.

Yesterday morning at around 10:30am, Wilson County fire units were dispatched to the northwest part of the county forr a report of smoke visible from an unknown source. Upon arrival, firefighters found three to four old structures fully engulfed in flames. After further investigation, it was determined that the structures were being intentionally burned.

While controlled burns can be conducted legally, Wilson County FD strongly encourages anyone planning to burn structures or large debris to complete the proper paperwork and notify dispatch beforehand. Doing so helps prevent unnecessary emergency responses and ensures the safety of firefighters and the public. A total of four units responded to the incident. The call lasted about an hour from dispatch to units returning to service. This incident serves as a good reminder that if you're planning a burn, please notify the appropriate agencies before lighting the fire.