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accidents-and-emergencies1 year ago

"Emergency Response: Brunswick Family Hospitalized After House Fire"

A family of four in Brunswick, Ohio, was hospitalized with burns after an early morning house fire, with the father in critical condition. The fire, which started on the front porch or in the foyer, caused extensive damage to the home. The family was assisted by a neighbor in escaping, but unfortunately, their cat did not survive. The chief emphasized the importance of having working smoke detectors, an escape plan, and being prepared for emergencies. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

business2 years ago

"Buc-ee's Breaks Ground for New Location in Brunswick, Georgia, Bringing 200 Jobs"

Buc-ee’s, the Texas-based convenience store chain, is set to break ground on its third Georgia location in Brunswick, with plans to create over 200 full-time jobs offering competitive benefits. The store will cover 74,000 square feet, feature 120 fuel pumps, and offer popular items like Beaver nuggets and barbecue. The company sees Brunswick as a strategic location between its Florida and South Carolina stores and is eager to begin operations in the area.

business2 years ago

"Buc-ee's Expands to Coastal Georgia with New Brunswick Location"

Buc-ee's, a popular travel center, is set to break ground on a new location in Brunswick, Georgia, later this month, making it the third Buc-ee's in the state. The 74,000 square foot facility will offer 120 fueling positions and feature a wide range of food options, including Texas barbeque, fudge, kolaches, Beaver Nuggets, jerky, and pastries. The company anticipates creating over 200 full-time jobs with the new location, which is strategically positioned between their Florida and South Carolina sites along the Georgia coastline.

cops-and-courts2 years ago

Armed standoff on Forest Ave ends in arrest near Burger King plaza.

A Brunswick man, Gabriel McKusick, was arrested after threatening a Burger King employee with a rifle, leading to a 2-hour standoff in the parking lot. Police found an AR-15 rifle and nearly 60 rounds of ammunition in his vehicle. After more than two hours of negotiation, officers used non-lethal distraction devices and chemical irritants to remove McKusick from the vehicle. He was treated at the scene for minor cuts from broken glass and brought to Maine Medical Center before being taken to the Cumberland County Jail.

disasters2 years ago

Pinova factory fire in Georgia contained after evacuation and shelter-in-place orders lifted.

A large fire broke out at the Pinova Plant in Brunswick, Georgia, prompting officials to issue a shelter-in-place order for residents within a mile radius. The fire was contained without injury, and the Red Cross set up a shelter for those needing a place to stay. The cause of the fire is still unknown, and roads nearby were temporarily closed for a flyover drop by Georgia Forestry to help combat the fire. Pinova is a plastic resin manufacturer that produces products for clients in over 100 countries.

disasters2 years ago

Evacuation orders issued as fire reignites at Georgia plant.

An evacuation order has been issued for those within a half-mile radius of a plant fire that reignited Saturday afternoon in Brunswick, Georgia. The fire initially broke out Saturday morning and was contained, but later reignited, prompting a shelter-in-place order for a one-mile radius around the plant. Nearby roads will be closed while air drops are conducted at the site, and personnel from Jacksonville Fire Department in Florida have arrived to assist. There is no immediate concern for public safety.

disasters2 years ago

Pinova Plant Fire Sparks Shelter-in-Place Order in Glynn County

A massive fire has reignited at the Pinova Plant in Brunswick, Georgia, prompting a shelter-in-place order for residents living on St. Simons Island and north of the St. Simons Island Airport along a one-mile radius of the plant due to wind conditions. Fire crews from Brunswick City, Glynn, Wayne, and Camden counties are working to contain the blaze. This is the second fire in five months to occur at the plant.