Local authorities are investigating a weekend house fire that may have been intentionally set.

First responders were dispatched to a residence at 131 South High Street at approximately 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 24, 2026.

According to officials, the home was occupied by one person at the time the fire broke out. The individual was able to evacuate the building safely, and no injuries were reported.

While working at the scene, Cumberland County Sheriff Keaton Williams and Officer Michael Hardin gathered preliminary information suggesting the fire's origin may be suspicious.

Officials stated that no names are being released at this time as the investigation remains active and ongoing under the direction of Sheriff Williams.

A coordinated response effort brought multiple local agencies to the scene, including the Burkesville and Marrowbone Fire Departments, Cumberland County EMS, the Cumberland County Rescue Squad, Constable Tony Wright, the Burkesville City Police Department, and the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office.