Fatal Structure Fire Under Investigation in Sand Rock

Firefighters outside a stone building at the scene of the fatal Sand Rock fire on Sand Rock Avenue.

SAND ROCK– The Cherokee County Coroner’s Office confirmed a fatality in a structure fire Thursday morning on Sand Rock Avenue.

Crews received the call around 10:07 a.m. Oct. 22 in the 2800 block of Sand Rock Avenue. Sand Rock, Leesburg, and Tucker’s Chapel fire departments responded.

Initial reports described smoke with no visible flames. Later, crews observed flames coming from the roof area. Firefighters quickly brought the fire under control.

Meanwhile, the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office and Atrium Health Floyd EMS also responded. Additionally, the coroner’s office responded to the scene, according to its statement.

Authorities continue to investigate the incident. The coroner’s office is also coordinating with the Alabama State Fire Marshal’s Office and the sheriff’s office on the investigation.

The office also asked for thoughts and prayers for the family, loved ones, and the Sand Rock community.

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