South Fulton fire sends massive smoke plumes into the sky
A large fire seen at a facility off of Mallory Road in South Fulton on September 6, 2026. (Credit: Antoine Blackwell)
SOUTH FULTON, Ga. - Massive smoke plumes can be seen in South Fulton on Sunday afternoon after a reported structure fire on Mallory Road.
Crews battle large South Fulton fire
A large fire is burning in South Fulton on Sunday, sending massive smoke plumes into the sky that can be seen for miles.
What we know:
Thick plumes of smoke rose into the air Sunday afternoon from what appears to be a closed poultry processing and distribution facility near Mallory Road.
The smoke is so intense that travelers could see it from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
A spokesperson for the South Fulton Fire Department confirmed firefighters are on scene battling a working fire in the area.
Videos sent to FOX 5 Atlanta show the thick black smoke with loud popping noises arising from the area. The fire is reportedly near the Waverly Park subdivision.
What we don't know:
Officials have not yet confirmed if the blaze began inside the closed poultry building or on adjacent property.
Emergency responders have not reported any injuries, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from FOX 5 Atlanta, who received video from the scene, as well as a spokesperson for the South Fulton Fire Department.