The Eli VFD received a call for a structure fire at 5:17pmCT on Friday, October 31, 2025 at a residence at 42 Dockery Road, Russell Springs, KY owned by Anthony & Tasha Bennett.
Upon arrival, the first units encountered smoke pushing from the roof and eaves of an approximately 1800 square foot double-wide mobile home with a metal roof. The structure was confirmed to be evacuated, and personnel initiated an aggressive offensive attack to locate the fire. The fire was confirmed to be in the attic space and was steadily moving throughout the attic area. Personnel worked tirelessly using multiple hose lines, hand tools to gain access, and performing vertical ventilation in multiple areas to bring the fire under control. Extinguishing the fire was very challenging due to the metal roof being installed over the top of an existing asphalt shingled roof.
The structure itself and contents sustained extensive damage. The American Red Cross was requested to the scene and is providing assistance to the displaced occupants. Additionally, firefighters were able to locate and save some pets within the home and return them to the occupants.
14 Eli VFD firefighters responded to the incident with two engines, a tanker, and a rescue apparatus. Mutual aid assistance was requested and received from the Russell Springs VFD for manpower. Russell Co. EMS was also requested to the scene and assisted with the rehab and assessment of the fatigued firefighters. SKRECC responded upon request to isolate electrical power to the structure.
Firefighters were on scene for approximately 4 hours. The fire remains under investigation at this time.
