The first crews arrived at 1:27 a.m., 10 minutes after being dispatched.
MCFR assigned 4 water tankers to the scene in a desperate attempt to quell the flames.
39 firefighters and 8 fire suppression units worked together to extinguish the fire, before calling it under control. The structure had been evacuated around the time of the fire, and all occupants escaped unharmed.
The cause and origin of the fire remain under investigation.
A public open house was held by the Ocala/Marion Transportation and Planning Organization for the draft of the 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan and Active Transportation Plan on Sept. 30, 2025, at the Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place.
Showers and thunderstorms are expected each afternoon from Friday through Sunday in Ocala. While mornings may be partly sunny, afternoon downpours and storms may impact outdoor plans.
From fall markets and festivals to art and true crime stories, this weekend has a fun mix of fall activities for those getting into the spirit of the season.
