Fire Crews Battle Massive Overnight Blaze in Sumter

Crews in Sumter were battling a massive structure fire overnight. The fire broke out near south Lafayette Drive and Fulton Street last night at Howell’s Recyclable Materials. No injuries were reported, but it’s believed the building was severely damaged, if not completely destroyed. As of this morning the fire was contained but not controlled. Authorities added it may burn for a few days before it’s entirely put out. The cause is still under investigation.