CLEVELAND COUNTY, N.C. — Officials said one person was airlifted to the hospital Thursday morning after a fire at a Cleveland County auto parts store.
[ALSO READ: Parents say Cleveland County teacher played offensive song in class]
The fire broke out around 10 a.m. at L&L U-Pull-It store on Anthony Farm Road in Kings Mountain.
Chopper 9 Skyzoom flew over the scene and could see a medevac launching from a nearby shopping center.
Officials said one person had to be airlifted to a local hospital, but the extent of their injuries is unknown at this point.
Crews were able to quickly put out the flames, but have not yet said what started the fire.
This is an ongoing investigation. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.
Read more top trending stories on wsoctv.com:
- CDC warns about dangerous 'Kissing Bug' spreading north into Carolinas
- Man accused of taking teen from Charlotte to Miami, forcing her into prostitution
- Full body cam video released in deadly police shooting outside Charlotte Burger King
- FORECAST: One more day of sunshine before showers return Friday
- NC boy killed after brick mantle fell on him while reaching for toy, family says
Cox Media Group