Release:

On Monday, October 12, 2020, the Valdosta Fire Department responded to the report of a structure fire at 118 West MLK. Jr Drive. The call was received from dispatch at 11:49 P.M. The first fire unit arrived within three minutes to find heavy smoke extending from the front of the building. Fire crews were able to bring the fire under control quickly.

No injuries were reported. The Valdosta Police Department and South Georgia Medical Center EMS assisted with on-scene operations.

A total of sixteen VFD personnel responded to the scene. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

For additional information, please contact Ashlyn Johnson, Public Information Officer at ajohnson@valdostacity.com.