Early Morning Fire in Westminster

Smoke was observed around 8am this morning in Westminster. A local business owner reported what seems to be a severe fire on Long Creek Highway, located across the street from the Dollar General. Firefighting units, including personnel and equipment from Walhalla, were dispatched to combat the blaze.

The fire, which appears to be serious, broke out in a home on U-S 76/the Long Creek Highway near Gaines Street. Gary Butts with our sister station 101.7/WGOG, reporting from the scene, noted that firefighters seem to be making progress in extinguishing the fire. Despite this, flames are still visible, and smoke can be seen from a considerable distance.