Fire Causes Heavy Damage To Hickory Area Home

HICKORY, NC — A Hickory home was heavily damaged after a fire broke out Friday afternoon.

Multiple crews responded the the 1st Avenue SW home around 3:20pm. Officials say flames were seen coming from the back of the house upon arrival.

Crews did manage to bring the flames under control and no injuries were reported. Officials say the house suffered heavy damage.

The Red Cross is assisting those impacted by the fire. The cause is still under investigation.