Cherokee County Coop Fire: 85,000 Chickens Lost, Investigation Begins
By Marge | Published 2026-01-19T22:01:28.082Z
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A devastating fire at Andrews Valley Poultry Farm claimed the lives of tens of thousands of chickens. This article will explore the initial investigation into the cause of the blaze and the impact on the local poultry industry.
Cherokee County -- January 19, 2026: A fire at Andrews Valley Poultry Farm in Cherokee County, North Carolina, resulted in the loss of tens of thousands of chickens and is under investigation. The blaze, which destroyed one barn, prompted a large response from multiple agencies.Incident DetailsThe fire was reported at 9:18 p.m. Friday near Dutt & Wagner Inc. and the poultry farm on Taylors Creek Road. Firefighters arriving on scene found one of the eight barns fully engulfed in flames. Appro