Last Updated on November 15, 2026 12:31 pm
MORGANTON, N.C. — Multiple structure fires and several fires in wooded areas were reported Saturday evening, Nov. 14, near Sundance Lane in the Chesterfield community of Burke County, officials said.
According to the Burke County Fire Marshal’s Office, the Burke County Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call at approximately 6:42 p.m. reporting multiple structure fires near Sundance Lane. When crews arrived, they confirmed multiple working structure fires and several fires in adjacent wooded areas.
The responding fire department requested additional resources from Burke County and Caldwell County to assist with fire suppression. The North Carolina Forest Service also responded to assist with operations and provide heavy equipment for fire containment. WSOC-TV reported that nine fire departments responded.
As of the Fire Marshal’s Office release at 8:20 p.m. Saturday, the incident remained active and fire investigators from the Burke County Fire Marshal’s Office were en route to the scene.
The cause of the fires and any injuries had not been released. Queen City News reported that multiple buildings were destroyed.
Drivers are urged to avoid the area to keep roads clear for emergency crews.
This is a developing story. WataugaOnline.com will update it as more information becomes available.
Photo: Burke County Fire Marshal’s Office
