CLARKSBURG, Ohio — A historic nursing home in the small village of Clarksburg was consumed by a massive fire on Sunday night, leaving local residents in shock.

The old building was fully engulfed in flames. GUARDIAN PHOTO

The blaze ignited just before 10 p.m. on Main Street, with the flames quickly engulfing the entire building. The cause of the fire remains unknown.

Nearly a dozen fire departments from the surrounding areas rushed to the scene, working tirelessly to combat the raging inferno and prevent its spread to neighboring structures.

Authorities have yet to release details on any potential injuries or the current state of the structure. As the community waits for answers, the cause of the fire remains under active investigation.

Derek Myers is the editor-in-chief of the Guardian.