Bartlett Crews Contain Hart’s Location Fire
Photo by Bartlet Firefighters AssociationFirefighter uses hose on steep riverbank to reach flames.
Photo by Bartlet Firefighters AssociationBurn area along the riverbank after full extinguishment.
Photo by Bartlet Firefighters AssociationSmoke lingers through the trees after fire containment.
September 9, 2025 — At 10:54 a.m. Tuesday, Bartlett firefighters were dispatched to a reported outside fire in Hart’s Location. Car 1, Forestry 1, Engine 3, and Rescue 1 responded.
Upon arrival, crews found approximately a 50-by-100-foot area burning along a steep riverbank. Firefighters stretched nearly 700 feet of hose to reach the fire. Additional support was requested from the Jackson Firefighter’s Association, bringing Jackson’s Forestry 1 and Engine 8 to the scene.
The fire was fully extinguished, and extensive mop-up operations were completed by 2:38 p.m.
The department reminds residents that, despite recent rainfall, fire danger remains elevated and is likely to worsen in the coming days.
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