Gaston County crews battling flames at Bessemer City home

BESSEMER CITY, N.C. — Gaston County fire and emergency management crews are battling flames in Bessemer City after a house fire broke out on Friday afternoon.

Gaston County Fire Departments responded to the fire on East Washington Avenue around 1:20 p.m. Friday.

Bessemer City firefighters reported heavy fire at the scene. Multiple crews responded.

Officials have asked that residents avoid the area.

No additional details have been made available.

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