CLASSIC CITY NEWS

The following was released this afternoon by the Athens-Clarke County Fire Department Earlier today crews responded to a small aircraft that had to make an emergency landing at Athens-Ben Epps Airport. Landing gear failed to deploy, and the plane had to make a belly landing. There were 2 occupants. No fire, and no injuries reported. Good job to all crews on a quick respo

I The following was posted today on the Facebook page of the Athens-Clarke County Fire Department: (Video and reward information has been added ) The Athens-Clarke County Fire Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying two individuals connected to a residential fire under investigation that occurred in the early hours of Monday, 3/9/2026 on Deer Creek Drive in Athens, GA. Ring camera footage shows two individuals approaching the residence shortly before flames

The Athens-Clarke County Fire Department today released the following: The Athens-Clarke County Fire Department proudly participated in the “Women in Science” Open House held Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Sandy Creek Nature Center. The event celebrated the remarkable contributions of women in science and highlighted achievements across fields including biology, ecology, astronomy, environmental science, and public safety. Learners of all ages attended the interactive pr

By Joe Johnson Firefighters are currently at the scene of a structure fire near downtown Athens. One person reportedly sustained burns in the fire on Reese Street, but details are not yet available. Fire crews several hours earlier responded to a house fire in western Athens-Clarke, where two people were injured on Rhodes Drive off of Timothy Road, The blaze was described by officials as intense and it had spread to a neighboring residence. The victims were transported to the

By Joe Johnson Two people were reported to have been injured this afternoon in a house fire in western Athens-Clarke County. Firefighters were dispatched at 2:15 p.m. to the fire at 261 Rhodes Drive, in a subdivision off of Timothy Road. Details are not yet in, but Fire Marshal Kevin Kearney said that it was an intense blaze that spread to a neighboring residence. National EMS transported two victims with minor injuries to the hospital, Kearney said.

From the Athens-Clarke County Fire Department Downtown Athens, GA includes a mix of historic commercial buildings, mid-rise structures, narrow corridors, and dense pedestrian areas. This newest addition to ACCFD’s fleet, “Ladder 1”, will serve downtown Athens more effectively. Ladder 1 is a state-of-the-art Ladder truck built by Rosenbauer, on the T-Rex platform and has a perfect combination of quick setup, flexible aerial positioning, a unique articulating ladder, strong pum

By Joe Johnson Firefighters responded to three house fires Saturday night and early Sunday morning. No residents or firefighters were injured. The first fire was on McMinley Drive and was small enough that firefighters were able to put it out with a pressurized water can. The second, on Winterville Road was more involved and fire suppression crews went into the dwelling to extinguish the flames and also rescue a cat. The third fire was Sunday morning at a house on Kings Road

Special Weather Statement issued December 29, 2025 at 4:07 PM EST by NWS Peachtree City GA

The following was released today by the Athens-Clarke County Fire Department  At approximately 10:40 p.m. on Christmas Eve, Athens-Clarke County Fire Department crews responded to a reported residential structure fire in the 600 block of North Avenue. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered heavy fire conditions in 80% of the one-story structure and immediately began coordinated suppression and rescue operations. Rescue 4 and Engine 21 worked together to establish a water supp

By Joe Johnson Four people were injured Tuesday morning when a car crashed into Kroger on Alps Road. Two of the victims were at at the self checkout station when the car plowed into the building, They were transported by ambulance with non life-threatening injuries to Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center.

By Joe Johnson Four people were injured Tuesday morning when a car crashed into Kroger on Alps Road. Two of the victims were at at the self checkout station when the car plowed into the building, They were transported by ambulance with non life-threatening injuries to Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center.

By Joe Johnson A home was damaged by fire Friday at Winter Grove Mobile Home Park on Winterville Road. Two people were home at the time but they got of their trailer without being injured, said county Fire Marshal Kevin Kearney. He said the residents have been temporarily displaced due to their home being seriously damaged. Kearney sent investigators to the scene to conduct a cause and origin analysis.

From the Facebook page of the Barrow County Fire Department The 600 block of Gainesville Hwy between Sims Rd. & Cedar Valley Trail, is currently closed to all traffic due to a large fire. Crews on scene have the fire contained, and no injuries have been reported. Please avoid the area and use alternate routes. Our firefighters and law enforcement are working to clear the scene as quickly and safely as possible. Thank you for your patience and cooperation. ***UPDATE 3:38PM***

photo by Mandy King By Joe Johnson Residents of Georgia Heights apartments were evacuated Thursday night while firefighters investigated the source of a fire alarm activation which turned out to be burnt food on a stove. A resident of the fourth-floor apartment had already extinguished the fire, but firefighters needed to check for possible extension into the walls, said Athens Fire Marshal Rick Vaughn. “This incident serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of staying

By Joe Johnson Athens-Clarke County firefighters on Friday afternoon responded to a fire at the Serene at Northside apartment complex on...

The Athens-Clarke County Police Department has issued the following alert ACCPD: Road Closure: Old Hull Rd shut down from North Ave to...

An overturned tractor trailer and resultant fuel spill kept emergency crews busy for several hours Wednesday morning. The police...

The Barrow County Fire Department posted this last night on its Facebook page 🚨UPDATE🚨 We have insulation product that has caught fire....

By Joe Johnson An off-campus student housing complex was damaged by fire over the weekend. The blaze at Enclave 425 apartments on...

By Joe Johnson Authorities are awaiting confirmation from the state medical examiner’s office before releasing the apparent identity of...