Massive Fire in Lillian Brings Large Response

By Rick McCann
Blue RAM Media/Gulf Coast News
February 8, 2026
LILLIAN, Ala. Multiple fire departments had to be called in to assist the Lillian Volunteer Fire Department with a major structure fire.
The call went out on Saturday, February 7, 2026, after 911 received several calls reporting that a home was on fire.
Several structures and around 40 acres burned in what officials are calling one of the largest fires in the history of Lillian.
The Elberta, Summerdale, Perdido Beach and Lillian firefighters fought the blaze for hours.
Officials say several structures, including four free-standing garages, multiple vehicles, two boats and nearly 40 acres of woods and brush were destroyed in the blaze.
There were no reported injuries.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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