CUMMING, Ga. – Multiple roads around downtown Cumming were blocked off late Sunday evening while the Forsyth County Fire Department worked to put out a fire that broke out at a staple drug store in the community.
The Goodson Drug Company located at 116 West Maple Street burst into flames on Sunday night. Officials are still trying to figure out why.
They received the call about the fire at around 7 p.m. When they arrived, they said they saw heavy smoke coming from the building.
At the height of the fire, there were 11 units on the scene. Officials said they took a heavy-handed approach because of the size and age of the building, and out of concern that it could spread to buildings nearby.
As of 8:50 p.m., Capt. Jason Shivers confirmed that the fire was considered to be under control, but there was “significant salvage” that would have to take place.
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