03/13/2026
At 8:27 PM last night (March 12, 2026), the Millington Fire Department received a report of a commercial fire at 5427 Navy Rd. The first responding unit arrived on scene at 8:31 PM and observed substantial fire throughout the structure, identified as InsideOut Automotive Detailing. Initial investigations indicate that a light fixture fell, igniting flammable materials. Due to the fire's intensity, shop personnel were unable to extinguish it and promptly evacuated the premises before notifying the fire department. The building and two vehicles that were inside are considered a total loss. Dollar estimates of damage are still being evaluated and are not currently available. There are no reported injuries to civilians or firefighters.
Responding companies were Millington Fire Engine 335, Truck 332, Battalion Chief 23, Public Safety Director 300, Fire Chief 301, Fire Marshal 303, Shelby County Fire Rescue 66, Fire Squad 4, Battalion Chief 22, Unit 335, Unit 64, Paramedic Lieutenant 601 and fire personnel from Naval Support Activity Mid-South worked to bring the fire under control within approximately 45 minutes.