Franklin, TN – Sprinkler system activated for fire at multi-level parking structure; No injuries reported

The Franklin Fire Department put out a fire at a multi-level parking structure surrounded by a four-story apartment building.

On Friday night, crews with the Franklin Fire Department were called to the McEwen Northside Apartments at 4015 Aspen Grove Drive just before 11 p.m.

While crews were en route, 911 callers reported smoke and a vehicle on fire on the third level of the parking garage.

When crews arrived, firefighters found a 2015 Honda Odyssey van on fire. The building’s automatic sprinkler system activated and helped contain the fire preventing extension to other vehicles, the parking structure and the nearby apartment building, according to the Franklin Fire Department.

No injuries were reported and the parking structure and apartment building sustained no damage. Officials said the cause of the fire is undetermined.

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