Augusta, GA

Tragedy Strikes: Augusta Apartments Ravaged by Late Night Fire

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1 year ago

July 7, 2024

Tragedy Strikes: Augusta Apartments Ravaged by Late Night Fire

Late Wednesday night, tragedy struck the Nine Two Six West Apartments in Augusta as a devastating fire tore through an apartment building, leaving multiple families displaced and in shock.

The incident, which unfolded shortly before 11 PM, drew a massive response from local police and the fire department, with reports indicating a scene engulfed in flames and thick smoke.

Residents like Vanessa Holden recounted her disbelief as she came back home that night. “I came out here and all I could do was just watch everything go to pieces,” Holden, highlighted the emotional toll and financial strain now facing her and others affected.

Eyewitness Alexis Johnson described the chaotic scene as emergency vehicles arrived at the complex. “We saw like maybe 20 to 30 emergency vehicles. It was just completely ablaze. Smoke was everywhere… It was hard to breathe,” Alexis recalled, painting a vivid picture of the intense firefighting efforts amidst the holiday backdrop.

Authorities received an initial call reporting sounds of fireworks hours before the fire broke out, prompting speculation about a possible connection.

Two emails sent to residents underscored the seriousness of the situation, one notifying them of heightened emergency presence and another reiterating the strict prohibition of fireworks on the property.

The fire ravaged a total of 16 units. Vanessa Holden, one of the unfortunate residents affected, expressed gratitude for the support of organizations like the Red Cross and the property management team.

“Financial assistance about 300 and up… The property manager told me that they would get back to me since I have renter’s insurance.” Vanessa shared, highlighting the financial uncertainties compounded by the loss.

While Vanessa’s apartment was damaged, Alexis Johnson expressed solidarity with her less fortunate neighbors. “It’s devastating… a lot of people lost their homes and a lot of their belongings,” Alexis empathized.

One injury was reported as a resident escaped from their balcony during the chaos.

However, the exact cause of the fire remains undetermined as investigations continue.

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Augusta, GA

MR. EDDIE JAMES RAMSEY Obituary | Thomson, GA | Thomson Funeral System

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7 hours ago

January 4, 2026

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MR. EDDIE JAMES RAMSEY Obituary | Thomson, GA | Thomson Funeral System

MR. EDDIE JAMES RAMSEY, age 81, of Dearing, GA passed on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the PruittHealth-Augusta Hills in Augusta, GA. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later. Family members and friends may call at the funeral home. THOMSON FUNERAL SYSTEM, Thomson, GA oversees all arrangements.

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Augusta, GA

First Alert Forecast l Drying out and warming up for the week ahead

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19 hours ago

January 4, 2026

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First Alert Forecast l Drying out and warming up for the week ahead

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Dry weather returns to the CSRA for the week ahead with temperatures warming up each day.

After a foggy start Sunday, we should see at least a few breaks in the clouds with highs near average in the upper 50s to lower 60s. Winds will be light from the southeast.

Sunday night looks partly cloudy and cool with overnight lows near 40 degrees. Wind will be calm.

Monday will be a partly sunny and mild day with highs in the middle 60s. Wind will be southwest at 2 to 6 mph.

Tuesday through Thursday…Partly sunny each day and partly cloudy night. Highs will be near 70 Tuesday, warming into the lower to middle 70s Wednesday and Thursday.

Clouds increase a bit Friday, and there could be a shower or two late in the day. Highs Friday will be in the lower to middle 70s.

Keep a close eye on the forecast if you have outdoor plans next weekend, because a frontal system moves in with a decent chance of rain Friday night into Saturday. Highs will be a touch cooler Saturday in the middle 60s.

Above average temperatures likely for the next 2 weeks.(WRDW)

Keep it here for regular updates and be sure to Download the WRDW First Alert Weather App to have the latest information in the palm of your hand whenever and wherever you need it.

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Augusta, GA

Downtown Augusta businesses look forward to new year

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1 day ago

January 3, 2026

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Downtown Augusta businesses look forward to new year

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Businesses downtown are reflecting on the past and setting new goals as the new year has arrived.

2025 was a busy year for many businesses on Broad Street, as they had to contend with construction, as well as a new sheriff seeking to make the streets safer.

Art on Broad spoke about what they’re looking forward to this year.

“We are just looking forward to putting all of the madness of the holidays behind us and continuing to see our everyday regular patrons, and then the new customers that come in, because they’re here for a convention or maybe they’re passing through on a road trip. And I feel confident that we’ll continue to see good business throughout the year,” said Catherine Alexander, business manager for Art on Broad.

Coming up at News 12 at 11 p.m., we’ll talk to more businesses about what they are looking forward to in the new year, as well as what worked for them in 2025.

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