Rutherford County Fire Rescue Respond to Fire at Wat Amphawan of America Temple

Rutherford County - TN (February 20, 2026) Rutherford County Fire Rescue responded to a reported fire at the Wat Amphawan of America Temple on Barfield Crescent Road just before 1:00 pm today. 

 

Crews arrived on the scene and observed smoke coming from the eaves and a fire on the front porch.

 

The fire was extinguished and the Rutherford County Fire Marshal’s Office conducted a routine investigation.

 

The Temple was occupied by a single individual at the time of the fire and extensive damage was sustained to the building.

 

The fire was determined to be accidental.