Updated April 13, 2022
We continue our investigation into two major wildfires
that occurred in the Sevierville/Gatlinburg, Tennessee area on
March 30, 2022
The fires are the Hatcher Mountain/Indigo Fire and the
Seymour/Wears Valley Fire. The Hatcher Mountain/Indigo Lago fire
More than 2700 acres of land have been consumed and over 200 properties have been damaged or destroyed.
structures. The Seymour/Wears Valley fire destroyed over 1000 acres
It is believed that it has damaged a few properties and contaminated land.
structures.
We work closely with our investigators who are retained for this purpose
and public sector authorities in coordination with other claimants
for interested parties. The following preliminary information was received
Both fires started at utility lines. We are currently analyzing the situation.
Sevier County Electric Systems could be held liable
(SCES), of which we have warned about its potential liability
These losses. SCES is a part of this potential responsibility
refers to the possibility of it failing to have cleared all the areas.
Excessive brush and vegetation that most likely were the initial fuels
Thank you for all your help. We have asked for identification of any independent.
SCES may have employed contractors to complete this task.
function. We will place such companies if we are able to identify them
Also, please be on the lookout for us. Our joint team of investigators is performing an a
Further inspection of the site for both fires will be done on Friday, April 15.
The zip codes are used to identify your potential claims.
These fires caused damage to 37732-37738, and 37764.
37862, 37636, 37865 and 37865.
On March 30 and 31, wildfires swept through eastern Tennessee
2022: Land destruction that will result in the loss of thousands of acres
There are hundreds of damaged structures, with the worst damage occurring in the largest ones
in Sevier County. The majority of the fires are out as of April 5.
have been contained or extinguished. According to reports, the main fires are the
Hatcher Mountain/Indigo Fire, Millstone Gap/Seymour Fire. Cold
Springs Fire, and Wears valley Fire, with the respective zip codes
Including 37732, 37738 and 37764, 37862, 37862, 37862, 37862, 37862, 37862, 37862, 37862, 37862, 37862, 37862 and 37863.
37876.
Reports of extreme dryness and strong winds were made, with high levels
Winds knocking down powerlines and trees across the state
Information about these wildfires can be found at the Tennessee Division of Forestry website. The
Below is a map showing the locations of each wildfire.
Map courtesy of Tennessee Division of Forestry
Our lawyers and wildfire investigators are in place
The process of evaluating all factors involved in the initiation
These fires can spread and cause damage to property and other properties.
in conjunction with local and state authorities. There are many.
Possible causes of each fire, including power lines down
These are the results of the high wind conditions mentioned above. This is the result of the high wind conditions.
All of these wildfires are currently under active investigation.
Protecting your interests
It is crucial that insurance companies get to work quickly in order to be successful.
Maximize recovery chances after a wildfire. As our
Investigators obtain additional information about each case
We will place any responsible parties in these wildfires
Upon receiving notice of the claims of our clients, we coordinate further
fire scene analysis. We also preserve and collect evidence.
Make sure potential adverse parties retain all relevant information
evidence. Then, we will arrange interviews with percipients.
Witnesses are required to obtain the appropriate documentation from private or public authorities.
Authorities of the public sector
The purpose of this article is to provide a general overview.
guide to the subject matter Expert advice should be sought
Discuss your particular circumstances.
