Blaze Destroys Units at Jasper Storage Facility — Motorhome and Boat Among Losses

Photo by: ETB Photojournalist Rita Shipp

A Thursday afternoon fire at a Jasper storage facility sent thick smoke billowing into the sky and triggered a swift, multi-agency emergency response.

The initial call came in at 12:03 p.m., dispatching the Jasper Volunteer Fire Department to Lunker Locker Storage, located at 4192 North Wheeler Street. Firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke pouring from a unit, and the flames quickly spreading across the property.

Recognizing the need for additional support, Lake Rayburn Volunteer Fire Department was toned out at 12:14 p.m., followed by East End Volunteer Fire Department at 12:23 p.m., as crews worked together to bring the fire under control.

Although the exact cause remains under investigation, Jasper Fire Chief Brandon Duckworth stated the fire may have started in a unit containing stored batteries.

At least 10 storage units were destroyed in the blaze. Among the damaged property were large household appliances, dining furniture, a pontoon boat, and even a motorhome.

Fortunately, no injuries have been reported at this time.

East Texas Banner will continue to monitor this developing story and provide updates as more information becomes available.

Photos and Videos by ETB Photojournalist Rita Shipp