Firefighters tackle house fire near Winthrop Dr

2/4/2026 08:32 PM

Fire & Arson

Winthrop Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30316

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a residential structure fire near Winthrop Drive SE in Atlanta. Radio traffic indicated heavy smoke, high heat, and a possible entrapment in the basement level of the home. Multiple engines, rescue units, and battalion command units worked to attack the fire and conduct search and rescue operations. Conditions included zero visibility and basement fire involvement. Officials confirmed units eventually backed out for safety as suppression efforts continued.