Opelika business heavily damaged in fire

A home building company in downtown Opelika has been heavily damaged by fire.

The Opelika Police Department says at about 11:28PM last night, it got a call about a possible fire in the 400 block of 8th Street. That is the location of Stone Martin Builders.

Upon arrival, police and fire crews saw heavy smoke in the area and began clearing the buildings while attempting to find the source. As of 5:30AM today, police say the fire was contained, but they are monitoring hotspots.

Police say it’s unclear the extent of damage to the surrounding buildings. Once the site is clear, the fire department will investigate the cause of the fire.

If you have any information on this fire, call Opelika Dispatch at (334) 705-5260.

Stone Martin Builders has posted this message on its Facebook page:

“We wanted to address some recent news: there was a structure fire at our Main Office in Downtown Opelika on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Thankfully, everyone is safe, and we’re pleased to report that our operations remain fully functional. Our gratitude goes to the Opelika Fire Department, Opelika Power Services and Opelika Police Department for their response and support.

“To our clients under contract: Rest assured, your transactions and projects are progressing on schedule. Our dedicated team is working diligently to ensure there are no disruptions to our service. Your confidence and trust mean everything to us, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.

“To our local community: We appreciate your concern and support during this time. We’re committed to providing the same level of excellence and service you’ve come to expect from us.

“Thank you for your continued support and understanding. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
With care,
Your Stone Martin Family”

Photo: Stone Martin Builders via Facebook