JACKSON COUNTY, Ohio — A structure fire has closed a stretch of Beaver Pike in Jackson County.

The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office reported shortly after 6:30 p.m. that the road was closed between Whaleytown and Cover Road.

Residents are advised to avoid the area while crews work to put out the flames.

The Guardian could not confirm if there were any injuries as a result of the fire or if the structure was occupied at the time. 

Officials say the fire remains under investigation.

UPDATE: The road was reopened just before 9 p.m.

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