Flames from fire pit spread to 2 buildings in Cameron

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Firefighters are currently on the scene of an outdoor fire that spread to two structures on Thursday afternoon.

The 911 call came in just before 1:15 p.m. sending first responders to 100 block of Gilchrist Road. The caller told dispatchers the flames were around two vehicles and a large propane tank. Moments later, dispatchers upgraded the call to involve two structures.

One of the structures, an old abandoned barn, was completely burned out.

Authorities told Moore County News on scene that the wind helped the flames spread quickly.

Patrick Priest
Patrick Priest
A Moore County native who has spent more than 20 years telling stories across North Carolina and beyond. He’s worked with CNN, WRAL, and CBS 17, and now serves as a Video Journalist for ABC11. Patrick has a passion for breaking news and has earned multiple awards for his coverage. He’s also a certified NWS SKYWARN Storm Spotter and was among the first news videographers in the state to become an FAA-certified drone pilot.
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