An East Brainerd home was destroyed by fire this afternoon after a blaze began on the back porch, then engulfed the back end and attic of the home by the time firefighters arrived.
Someone called 911 about the home on Qual Nest Drive, and the Tri-Community Volunteer Fire Department responded to fight the fire.
The Volunteer Fire Department requested additional aid, and the East Ridge Fire Department and the highway 58 Volunteer Fire Department also responded to the scene.
No humans were injured, but a dog was killed in the fire. The homeowner was insured for the damages, which are estimated at $150,000.
An East Brainerd home was destroyed by fire this afternoon after a blaze began on the back porch. 
An East Brainerd home was destroyed by fire this afternoon after a blaze began on the back porch. 
An East Brainerd home was destroyed by fire this afternoon after a blaze began on the back porch.