ONYCHA | RICKEY STOKES NEWS
Fire crews responded to a structure fire Thursday evening in the Onycha community that left a residence and two large storage buildings heavily damaged.
According to Opp Fire Department, units were dispatched at approximately 6:03 p.m. alongside Onycha Volunteer Fire Department to the intersection of County Road 32 and Cook Road.
On arrival, Onycha Engine 1, Onycha Truck 5, and Opp Car 1 found one residential structure and two large storage buildings fully involved in fire. Officials confirmed the occupants were out of the home and safely accounted for.
Onycha Tanker 1 and Opp Engine 7 assisted with fire suppression. Due to the extent of the fire and exposure concerns, additional mutual aid was requested, including Opp Engine 10, Kinston Engine 5, and Babbie Engine 4 and Attack 5. Crews were able to bring the fire under control, and no injuries were reported.
Additional agencies on scene included Covington County Sheriff’s Office, Haynes Ambulance, and Covington Electric Cooperative.
Officials are asking the community to keep the homeowner in their prayers as they recover from the loss.
