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Significant Fire Erupts at Goodwill Outlet in Asheville

Firefighters battling a fire at a Goodwill outlet in Asheville, North Carolina.

News Summary

A major fire broke out Monday morning at a Goodwill outlet in Asheville, prompting road closures and significant emergency response efforts. The Asheville Fire Department was alerted around 6:30 a.m. and faced challenges due to inadequate water supply. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported, and the building was unoccupied at the time of the fire. Local authorities are urging the public to avoid the area as crews work to manage the situation and investigate the cause.

Asheville, North Carolina – A significant fire erupted Monday morning at a Goodwill outlet located at 1616 Patton Avenue, causing major traffic disruptions in the area. The Asheville Fire Department was alerted around 6:30 a.m. by a passerby who noticed smoke and flames at the facility. Firefighters arrived on the scene shortly after to tackle what they described as an active structure fire.

As a result of the fire, Patton Avenue is closed in both directions. Westbound traffic is halted starting at the Family Dollar store, while eastbound traffic is blocked at Old Haywood Road. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes, and these road closures are expected to remain in effect until at least 5 p.m. today.

Fire crews are implementing a defensive strategy to combat the blaze, which appears to be situated behind the Goodwill Industries building. A major challenge for firefighters is the insufficient water supply to extinguish the flames. To address this issue, multiple tanker trucks have been deployed to provide additional water support. Access to nearby hydrants is also being hindered, prompting the fire department to close surrounding roadways to facilitate the running of hoses.

John Harbin, a communications specialist for the Asheville Fire Department, indicated that the heavy water usage has resulted in hydrants being drained at an unusually fast rate. Despite the scale of the incident, there have been no reported injuries, and officials confirmed that the building was unoccupied at the time of the fire. The official cause of the fire remains undetermined while investigations continue.

As firefighters manage the situation, crews from both public works and DH Griffin have arrived to assist in debris removal and to begin demolition of the burned trailer and warehouse structure. Asheville police are urging the public to avoid the vicinity of Goodwill Industries and the DMV in West Asheville due to the ongoing emergency response activities.

This incident highlights the potential dangers present in commercial facilities and underscores the importance of emergency preparedness in managing such unforeseen circumstances. Local authorities are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide updates as they become available.

As the day progresses, Asheville residents and commuters are being updated regularly on the status of the fire and the restoration of traffic in the area. Efforts to clear and manage the scene are expected to take several hours, and community members are encouraged to stay informed through local announcements.

In summary, the fire at the Goodwill outlet has prompted significant road closures and emergency responses as crews work diligently to secure the area and extinguish the blaze. Further information regarding the cause of the fire and the status of the site will be released by local authorities as investigations continue.

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