Fatality confirmed in Cataula house fire on New Year’s Eve
CNAW2News.com has confirmed a sad update in a Cataula house fire.
The fire broke out in the evening hours of December 31, 2025, on Macon Drive off of U.S. Highway 27, in the Cataula community of Harris County.
Heavy smoke and flames could be seen coming from the residence, which was located behind Cars 2 Go and next to Macon’s Place.
Harris County Coroner Joe Weldon confirmed a fatality occurred in the fire, and the victim will be sent to Georgia Bureau of Investigation for positive identification.
The highway was shut down for an extended period of time as fire operations were underway. The investigation into the fire is ongoing.
Please keep all those affected and involved in your thoughts and prayers.
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