Fire Engulfs Historic Floyd County Courthouse in Rome
Structure at Risk of Collapse
ROME, Ga. — A major fire broke out Monday afternoon at the Historic Floyd County Courthouse in downtown Rome, prompting a large emergency response and raising concerns about the structural integrity of the building.
The fire was reported at approximately 2:20 p.m.(Eastern Time), according to Floyd County officials. By the time emergency crews arrived, flames had already spread throughout portions of the courthouse. Scanner traffic indicated firefighters were increasingly concerned about the possibility of structural collapse, describing the building as unstable.
All employees inside the courthouse were safely evacuated, Floyd County Manager Jamie McCord confirmed. No injuries have been reported at this time.
Firefighters with the Rome-Floyd County Fire Department remain on scene working to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to nearby structures. Law enforcement has blocked off several roads in the downtown area, and portions of Broad Street have been evacuated as a precaution.
The courthouse, a historic landmark in Floyd County, was undergoing renovations when the fire began. Officials have not yet determined the cause, and an investigation is currently underway.
Authorities are urging the public to avoid the downtown area while emergency crews continue their operations.
Further updates will be released as more information becomes available.
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