A fire broke out at Tri-State Enterprise and Lawn Care near Argillite Road in Flatwoods, causing significant damage to the business. Jake Styes, a resident who lives nearby, was relieved to find that his house and garage were safe when he returned from school. However, he was also fearful of what could have happened if the fire had spread.
When Styes watched the smoke fill the sky in the direction of his home while at school, he expressed gratitude that no one was injured in the fire. A few people were inside the building when it started, but thanks to the quick response from firefighters from multiple departments, the fire was contained and further damage was prevented. Styes thanked the first responders for their efforts in keeping everyone safe.
The cause of the fire is still unknown, but officials believe it was accidental. Investigators are working to gather more information on the incident. Overall, residents are thankful for the firefighters who worked diligently to ensure the safety of the neighborhood.