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Large fire breaks out on tourist strip of beloved Georgia mountain town

By FOX 5 Atlanta Digital Team
Published  November 18, 2023 4:40pm EST
Fannin County
FOX 5 Atlanta

Fire on Blue Ridge tourist strip

A large fire broke out on a famous Georgia tourist strip Saturday. The Fannin County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) said someone called in a possible structure fire at Danielle's Cafe in downtown Blue Ridge at 1:39 p.m. (Credit: Drone footage by Briggs William)

BLUE RIDGE, Ga. - A large fire broke out on a famous Georgia tourist strip Saturday.

The Fannin County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) said someone called in a possible structure fire at Danielle's Cafe in downtown Blue Ridge at 1:39 p.m.

FOX 5 Atlanta viewers in the area sent multiple photos and videos showing the flames and large plumes of smoke billowing from a series of shops.

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A structure fire was reported at Danielle's Cafe in Blue Ridge, Georgia on Nov. 18, 2023. (Credit: Justin Welch)

Firefighters said they were able to save three businesses and three homes that were directly impacted.

Blue Ridge is known for its views, hiking trails, waterfalls, luxury cabins, and shops. It's frequented by people looking for a scenic getaway and retirees.

Just last year, the area was ranked as one of the Best Mountain Towns by Southern Living Magazine.

Fannin County EMA warned people against visiting the downtown area Saturday afternoon as they need the roadway clear for public safety crews. As of 3:30 p.m. they were still working on hot zones.