Emergency Crews Battle House Fire Amid Downed Power Lines

March 12, 2026 | Columbia, SC

Firefighters are battling a fully involved fire at a single-family home, where power lines have fallen at the scene. Crews are using defensive operations to contain the blaze due to the dangerous conditions. The incident was reported on March 12 at around 5:26 p.m. Responders arrived to find the structure fully engulfed in flames, leading to a defensive strategy because of the hazardous downed power lines.

BC-2 On Scene fully involved single family dwelling, power lines down. Defensive operations.

No immediate information is available on injuries or the fire's cause. The situation is ongoing as emergency teams work to put out the fire and secure the area.

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