BURKE COUNTY, N.C. — Burke County firefighters are battling a fire on Old Amherst Road that has closed part of the road and impacted five buildings.
Firefighters first responded to the call around 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, according to a Burke County press release.
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Burke County Fire Marshal Robert Bishop said the fire is at about 160 acres and is approximately 50% contained.
The fire has caused the closure of Old Amherst Road between Smokey Creek Road and Dogwood Vista, according to officials.
No injuries have been reported, but five buildings have been impacted by the fire, according to the release.
Officials have confirmed that one building has been destroyed and five people have been displaced.
Two North Carolina Forest Service Helicopters and one Scout Plane were headed to the scene around 2:30 p.m., officials said.
Officials have not called for evacuations at this time, but some have evacuated voluntarily. Residents have been asked to avoid the area to provide room for emergency vehicles and workers.
The Burke County Fire Marshal asked that residents remember that there is a statewide and local burn ban in place.
No further information has been provided at this time.
This is a developing story. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.
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