Shed, abandoned home catch on fire in Salem
Fire crews are working to extinguish a structure fire Friday afternoon.
The fire is taking place on Lee Road 190, off of Lee Road 145, in the Salem community of Lee County. The fire reportedly began around 12:50 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026.
A shed and an abandoned house appeared to have been fully involved, with flames and smoke visible coming from the structures.
Salem Volunteer Fire Department, Lee County Sheriff’s Office, Smiths Station Fire Protection District are on the scene.
Avoid the area while crews work to extinguish the blaze.
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