Jones County -- Firefighters with several Jones County volunteer fire departments were called to the report of a structure fire at the home of Katie Darby at 11 Elliot Houston Road this afternoon. Upon arrival, the home was found severely damaged by the flames along with a vehicle which had been near the home.
Darby and her daughter were not at home at the time of the incident. The home had suffered major damage in the severe weather several days ago and suffered catastrophic damage in the fire. No injuries were reported.
Jones County Sheriff's Office and Emserv Ambulance Service were also on scene. Crews from Shady Grove, Soso, Pleasant Ridge, Calhoun, and Soso volunteer fire departments battled the blaze.
Information by Dana Bumgardner/PIO - Jones County Fire Council.