The Knoxville Fire Department is investigating an early morning (Monday) fire in West Knoxville that leaves seven people and a dog displaced.
Crews called to 1710 Helmbolt Road and determined it would be a defensive fire, meaning that the fire was too large for crews to enter the structure.
A detached garage also caught fire.
All the residents escaped without injury and that home is a total loss.
The home had working smoke detectors and the American Red Cross is assisting the family.