Large Fire at Talbot County Business Draws Multi-Agency Response

​A large fire at a business along Ocean Gateway Saturday evening brought a heavy response from multiple fire departments across the Mid-Shore.

Emergency crews were called around 6:10 p.m. to Dependable Sand and Gravel in the 13100 block of Ocean Gateway after a passerby reported the fire.

When crews arrived, they found a two-story structure heavily involved, with flames also spreading to nearby mulch piles. Due to the size and intensity of the fire, crews shifted to a defensive firefighting strategy.

A large plume of smoke could be seen for miles, with some reports indicating it was visible as far away as the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.

Fire companies from Talbot, Queen Anne’s, and Caroline counties responded, along with additional tanker support from surrounding areas, including Delaware. Crews also requested heavy equipment to assist with operations.

The fire was upgraded to a second alarm as firefighters worked to contain the blaze during an extended operation.
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Drivers were advised to expect delays along Route 50 in the area as emergency crews remained on scene.