A William County residence became the scene of a tragic fire on Wednesday evening that claimed the lives of two pets, suspected to be initiated by a lithium battery malfunction. The blaze tore through the home located at 5504 Rathkeale Lane in the suburban enclave of Abington Ridge, as fire crews from several units were dispatched after 8 p.m., according to WKRN.

Upon their arrival, firefighters were greeted by the sight of heavy fire, with flames penetrating the roof's facade. Assisted by Atmos Energy and Middle Tennessee Electric, first responders were able to secure the area by disabling utilities, preventing further tragedy. Two individuals were treated for injuries at the scene while, sadly, two animals did not survive the incident, as WSMV reported.

Williamson County Fire/Rescue, providing the manpower to battle the inferno, counted 28 firefighters at the scene. Their coordinated efforts curtailed the flames and averted damage to neighboring properties. While the cause of the fire is still under active investigation, early indications suggest a lithium-ion battery failure might be to blame. This detail aligns with the account provided by officials and reported by FOX17.