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Spring Hill Home Fire Linked to Lithium Battery Failure, Dog Rescued by Firefighters

Issue #564

September 22, 2025

In this What’s Up Columbia issue…

⛈️ Columbia’s Tuesday Weather - Scattered thunderstorms w/ High of 82, low of 68

🚒 Spring Hill Home Fire Linked to Lithium Battery Failure, Dog Rescued by Firefighters

🚂 Ride the Rails: Free Miniature Train Rides Sept. 25–27 at Maury County Park

🗓 List of Upcoming Events
 
🎵 This Week’s Live Music

🗓 Know of Some Local Events Not Listed? Send us the Details!

Spring Hill Home Fire Linked to Lithium Battery Failure, Dog Rescued by Firefighters

According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission there are more than 25,000 incidents of lithium batteries overheating or igniting in the U.S. in a five year period. It is confirmed that a lithium battery ignited at a Spring Hill home on Saturday evening.

From Spring Hill Fire Department’s post on September 20th…

This afternoon SHFD responded to a reported structure fire after an alert neighbor noticed black smoke coming from the home’s garage. Engine 61 arrived in under 4 minutes and deployed an attack line on the fire while Battalion Chief Garza forced the front door rescuing the family dog. Truck 63, Rescue 64 and Engine 64 crews conducted searches, provided ventilation, and performed overhaul. The cause of the fire remains under investigation but has been isolated to a possible lithium-ion battery failure.  

While this incident was being handled, a motor vehicle crash occurred on I-65 at June Lake Blvd. Our partners at Williamson County Rescue Squad handled that emergency while SHFD units were committed at the fire. Additionally, Columbia Fire Rescue and Maury County Fire Dept., provided city-wide coverage until units cleared the fire. 

Thank you to all our partner agencies including Williamson Health EMS, SHPD and Williamson County ECOM for their assistance.

How do you prevent lithium battery fires?

To prevent lithium battery fires, always use certified, compatible chargers, and avoid overcharging by disconnecting the device once fully charged. Store batteries in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and flammable materials. Inspect devices for physical damage like bulging or cracks, and never attempt to charge a damaged battery.

Ride the Rails: Free Miniature Train Rides Sept. 25–27 at Maury County Park

If you’ve ever wanted to see the miniature trains run on the track that winds through Maury County Park, now’s your chance!

For over 50 years, the Mid-South Live Steamers have been hosting rides on their 1/8 scale trains. Rides are 100% free with no tickets needed.

Fun Facts:

  • There is 14,500 Feet of 7 1/2" track with grades that reach 3.5%

  • The engines weigh anywhere from 100 to 2000 pounds, and can pull from one to 50+ people, depending on size.

  • Some engines can cost almost $50,000 while others only a few thousand.

  • In almost all cases, these trains operate just like real locomotives. They are quite powerful and sound like what they are: a miniature version of the real thing.

  • There are two meets every year, spring and fall.

  • The Mid-South Live Steamers is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization and is supported by member dues, member donations, and donations from the public.

The wait time at the passenger station is largely dependent on weather and day of the week. The shortest wait times are on Thursday and Friday of the public meets, especially when the station opens at 10 AM. The average wait time on these days can range from none to one hour, depending on crowd size. Saturdays are the busiest day, with lines reaching over 300 passengers at times. The average wait time on a Saturday is one to two hours, depending on crowd size.

Public Ride Schedule
9/25 - 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
9/26 - 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
9/27 - 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

The release waiver depot and waiting line will close at 3:30 PM each day.

Due to safety concerns, pregnant women or persons over 350 pounds are not permitted to ride trains. Children 18 months and younger must be secured to the front of an adult in a baby carrier, sling or wrap.

During inclement weather, passenger trains are not able to run. All passenger trains will stop operations and will not resume until the weather has passed and a track inspection can be completed.

Find more information on the Mid-South Live Steamers website here.

Upcoming Local Events

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Tuesday, September 23rd

Wednesday, September 24th

Thursday, September 25th

Friday, September 26th

Saturday, September 27th

Sunday, September 28th

MORE EVENTS COMING SOON!

📌 Mark Your Calendars…

Sept 30: Columbia Police Department CommUnity Event
Oct 11: Columbia Fall Fest
Oct 11: Whole Hog Festival

👇 Click the Links to Learn About our Local Business Sponsors! 👇

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Sunday, September 21st

Jay Rin, Amber Falls Winery & Cellars, 1:00 - 5:00 PM

Thursday, September 25th

Austin Byrd, Puckett’s, 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Todd Ciprian, Tito’s Spring Hill, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Brandt Archer & Tommy Wheatley, Whiskey Alley Saloon, 7:30 – 9:00 PM

Friday, September 26th

TBA, The Spot: Burgers & Beers, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
The Nature Project, Buck & Board, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Murphy Ridge, McCreary’s Irish Pub & Eatery, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Open Mic, Grinder’s Switch, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Chris Wallin, Larry Gatlin & Gary Chapman, The Mulehouse, 7:30 PM
Justen Harden, Puckett’s, 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Banji & The Jets, Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 8:00 – 11:00 PM

Saturday, September 27th

Nick Bentley, Keg Springs Winery, 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Stacey Mitchhart Band, The Mulehouse, 3:00 – 6:30 PM
Martin Lane, Amber Falls Winery & Cellars, 3:00 – 7:00 PM
Ben Cannon, Buck & Board, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Music on the Porch, 106 Pleasant St, Mt Pleasant, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Kirwan, McCreary’s Irish Pub & Eatery, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
The Deltaz, Puckett’s, 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Fall Series, The Bourbon Gospel, 7:30 PM
Aberration, The Rebel Bar & Grill, 7:30 PM
Open Range, The Boondox, 8:00 PM
Zone Status, Fozzy’s Bar & Grill, 8:00 - 11:00 PM

Sunday, September 28th

Eileen, Amber Falls Winery & Cellars, 1:00 - 5:00 PM
The Deltaz, The Rebel Bar & Grill, 4:00 PM

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